Frenzy (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Film · ★ 7.1

Frenzy poster

Released in 1972, Frenzy is a thriller, crime and horror film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, running about 116 minutes. “Just an ordinary necktie used with a deadly new twist.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After a serial killer strangles several women with a necktie, London police identify a suspect—but he claims vehemently to be the wrong man.

Who’s in it. Frenzy stars Jon Finch as Richard Ian Blaney, Barry Foster as Robert Rusk, Barbara Leigh-Hunt as Brenda Margaret Blaney and Anna Massey as Barbara Jane 'Babs' Milligan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Frenzy has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $12.6M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Frenzy page.

If you liked it. Fans of Frenzy tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Frenzy (1972)?
In US, Frenzy is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Frenzy worth watching?
Frenzy holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Frenzy?
Frenzy stars Jon Finch, Barry Foster, Barbara Leigh-Hunt, Anna Massey and Alec McCowen.
When was Frenzy released?
Frenzy was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.