Wise Blood
1979, English. Directed by John Huston.
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A Southerner--young, poor, ambitious but uneducated--determines to become something in the world. He decides that the best way to do that is to become a preacher and start up his own church.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 115 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Wise Blood
Wise Blood is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
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Details
- Released
- 24 October 1979
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Benedict Fitzgerald, Michael Fitzgerald
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What Wise Blood is based on
Wise Blood is based on Wise Blood, a 1952 novel by Flannery O'Connor.
Novel · 1952
Wise Blood
By Flannery O'Connor
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Wise Blood: quick answers
Is Wise Blood worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 115 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Wise Blood?
Wise Blood runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Wise Blood have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Wise Blood. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Wise Blood parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Wise Blood is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Wise Blood on?
Wise Blood is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Wise Blood?
If you liked Wise Blood, try Simon Birch, The Spitfire Grill, All Saints.
Who directed Wise Blood?
Wise Blood (1979) was directed by John Huston and stars Brad Dourif, Dan Shor, Amy Wright.
What is Wise Blood based on?
Wise Blood is based on Wise Blood, a 1952 novel by Flannery O'Connor.