Theatre of Blood
1973, English. Directed by Douglas Hickox.
It's curtains for his critics!
A Shakespearean actor takes poetic revenge on the critics who denied him recognition.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 264 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Theatre of Blood
Theatre of Blood isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Douglas HickoxDirector
- Vincent PriceEdward Lionheart
- Diana RiggEdwina Lionheart
- Ian HendryPeregrine Devlin
- Harry AndrewsTrevor Dickman
- Coral BrowneChloe Moon
- Robert CooteOliver Larding
- Jack HawkinsSolomon Psaltery
- Michael HordernGeorge Maxwell
- Arthur LoweHorace Sprout
- Robert MorleyMeredith Merridew
- Dennis PriceHector Snipe
- Milo O'SheaInspector Boot
Details
- Released
- 16 March 1973
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Anthony Greville-Bell
- Box office
- $1M
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Theatre of Blood: quick answers
Is Theatre of Blood worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 264 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Theatre of Blood?
Theatre of Blood runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Theatre of Blood have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Theatre of Blood. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Theatre of Blood parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Theatre of Blood yet.
Which OTT platform is Theatre of Blood on?
Theatre of Blood isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Theatre of Blood?
If you liked Theatre of Blood, try The Abominable Dr. Phibes, The Vampire Lovers, Terror-Creatures from the Grave.
Who directed Theatre of Blood?
Theatre of Blood (1973) was directed by Douglas Hickox and stars Vincent Price, Diana Rigg, Ian Hendry.