The Screaming Skull
1958, English. Directed by Alex Nicol.
The tortured ghost who claims vengeance in the bride's bedroom!
Newlyweds Eric and Jenni Whitlock retire to his desolate mansion, where Eric's first wife Marianne died from a mysterious freak accident. Jenni, who has a history of mental illness, begins to see strange things including a mysterious skull, which may or may not be a product of her imagination.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Screaming Skull is streaming on Bloodstream and Artiflix in India.
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- Released
- 25 August 1958
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Kneubuhl
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What The Screaming Skull is based on
The Screaming Skull is based on The Screaming Skull (1908) by Francis Marion Crawford.
1908
The Screaming Skull
By Francis Marion Crawford
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The Screaming Skull: quick answers
Is The Screaming Skull worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.3/10 from 66 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Screaming Skull?
The Screaming Skull runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does The Screaming Skull have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Screaming Skull. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Screaming Skull parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Screaming Skull is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Screaming Skull on?
The Screaming Skull is streaming on Bloodstream and Artiflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Screaming Skull?
If you liked The Screaming Skull, try The Screaming Woman, Bad Ronald, Strait-Jacket.
Who directed The Screaming Skull?
The Screaming Skull (1958) was directed by Alex Nicol and stars John Hudson, Peggy Webber, Russ Conway.
What is The Screaming Skull based on?
The Screaming Skull is based on The Screaming Skull (1908) by Francis Marion Crawford.