The Pit and the Pendulum
1961, English. Directed by Roger Corman.
Betrayal cuts both ways!
In the sixteenth century, Francis Barnard travels to Spain to clarify the strange circumstances of his sister's death after she had married the son of a cruel Spanish Inquisitor.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 410 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Roger CormanDirector
- Vincent PriceNicholas Medina / Sebastian Medina
- John KerrFrancis Barnard
- Barbara SteeleElizabeth Barnard Medina
- Luana AndersCatherine Medina
- Antony CarboneDoctor Leon
- Patrick WestwoodMaximillian
- Lynette BernayMaria
- Mary MenziesIsabella
- Charles VictorBartolome
- Larry TurnerYoung Nicholas
- Randee Lynne JensenExtra (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 12 August 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Matheson
- Budget
- $200K
- Box office
- $2M
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What The Pit and the Pendulum is based on
The Pit and the Pendulum is based on The Pit and the Pendulum (1842) by Edgar Allan Poe.
1842
The Pit and the Pendulum
By Edgar Allan Poe
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The Pit and the Pendulum: quick answers
Is The Pit and the Pendulum worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 410 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Pit and the Pendulum?
The Pit and the Pendulum runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does The Pit and the Pendulum have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Pit and the Pendulum. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Pit and the Pendulum parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Pit and the Pendulum yet.
Which OTT platform is The Pit and the Pendulum on?
The Pit and the Pendulum isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Pit and the Pendulum?
If you liked The Pit and the Pendulum, try Night of Dark Shadows, Lady in a Cage, The Witches.
Who directed The Pit and the Pendulum?
The Pit and the Pendulum (1961) was directed by Roger Corman and stars Vincent Price, John Kerr, Barbara Steele.
What is The Pit and the Pendulum based on?
The Pit and the Pendulum is based on The Pit and the Pendulum (1842) by Edgar Allan Poe.