

The Premature Burial
1962, English. Directed by Roger Corman.
Within the Coffin I Lie...ALIVE!
An artist grows distant from his new wife as an irrational fear of premature burial consumes him.
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Premature Burial
The Premature Burial isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 7 March 1962
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Charles Beaumont, Ray Russell
- Box office
- $1.3M
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The Premature Burial: quick answers
Is The Premature Burial worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 152 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Premature Burial?
The Premature Burial runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).
Does The Premature Burial have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Premature Burial. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Premature Burial parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Premature Burial is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Premature Burial on?
The Premature Burial isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Premature Burial?
If you liked The Premature Burial, try Night of Dark Shadows, Lady in a Cage, Rear Window.
Who directed The Premature Burial?
The Premature Burial (1962) was directed by Roger Corman and stars Ray Milland, Hazel Court, Richard Ney.