

Twins of Evil
1971, English. Directed by John Hough.
Which is the Virgin? Which is the Vampire?
While dabbling in Satanism, Count Karstein resurrects Mircalla Karnstein who initiates him into vampirism. As a rash of deaths afflicts the village, Gustav the head of Puritan group leads his men to seek out and destroy the pestilence. One of his twin nieces has become inflicted with the witchcraft but Gustav's zeal and venom has trapped the innocent Maria, threatening her with a tortuous execution, whilst Frieda remains free to continue her orgy of evil.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 168 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Twins of Evil
Twins of Evil is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- John HoughDirector
- Peter CushingGustav Weil
- Dennis PriceDietrich
- Madeleine CollinsonFrieda Gellhorn
- Mary CollinsonMaria Gellhorn
- Isobel BlackIngrid Hoffer
- Kathleen ByronKaty Weil
- Shelagh WilcocksLady in Coach
- Damien ThomasCount Karnstein
- David WarbeckAnton Hoffer
- Harvey HallFranz
- Alex ScottHermann
- Judy MathesonWoodman's Daughter
Details
- Released
- 17 October 1971
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Tudor Gates
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Twins of Evil: quick answers
What should I watch before Twins of Evil?
Watch The Vampire Lovers (1970) and Lust for a Vampire (1971) first.
Is Twins of Evil worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 168 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Twins of Evil?
Twins of Evil runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
Does Twins of Evil have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Twins of Evil. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Twins of Evil parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Twins of Evil is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Twins of Evil on?
Twins of Evil is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Shout! Factory in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Twins of Evil?
If you liked Twins of Evil, try Superstition, Gretel & Hansel, Paranormal Activity 3.
Who directed Twins of Evil?
Twins of Evil (1971) was directed by John Hough and stars Peter Cushing, Dennis Price, Madeleine Collinson.