The Avenger (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1960, The Avenger is a crime film directed by Karl Anton, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. A maniac is loose in London, decapitating his victims and sending the heads to Scotland Yard.
Who’s in it. The Avenger stars Heinz Drache as Michael Brixan, Ingrid van Bergen as Stella Mendoza, Benno Sterzenbach as Sir Gregory Penn and Ina Duscha as Ruth Sanders, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Avenger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Avenger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Avenger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Avenger (1960)?
- In US, The Avenger is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Avenger worth watching?
- The Avenger holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Avenger?
- The Avenger stars Heinz Drache, Ingrid van Bergen, Benno Sterzenbach, Ina Duscha and Ludwig Linkmann.
- When was The Avenger released?
- The Avenger was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.