Only a Scream Away
1974, English. Directed by Peter Jefferies.
Newlyweds Samantha and Robert Miller emerge from the church to the sound of cheers. However, the happy scene is disturbed by a cruel practical joke, someone throws a paint-bomb at the bride. Later, upon returning from their honeymoon the couple discover the smashed remnants of their wedding cake and a mysterious gift -- one soiled glove. Could it be a warning? Does someone hold a grudge against the couple?
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Peter JefferiesDirector
- Hayley MillsSamantha Miller
- Gary CollinsHoward Heston
- Joyce CareyLiza Meredith
- David WarbeckRobert Miller
- Jeremy BullochTom Manners
- Jonathan ElsomJohn Stratford
- Ronald MayerDr. Lambert
- Barrie FletcherDet. Serg. Sullivan
- Richard BeaumontHeston as a Child
- Candida BrownSamantha as a Child
Details
- Released
- 26 January 1974
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Terence Feely
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How long is Only a Scream Away?
Only a Scream Away runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
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Only a Scream Away is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Only a Scream Away on?
Only a Scream Away isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 January 1974. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Only a Scream Away?
If you liked Only a Scream Away, try Seeds of Yesterday, The Night Stalker, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride.
Who directed Only a Scream Away?
Only a Scream Away (1974) was directed by Peter Jefferies and stars Hayley Mills, Gary Collins, Joyce Carey.