Psych-Out (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1968, Psych-Out is a thriller, drama and music film directed by Richard Rush, running about 101 minutes. “The Ultimate Head Trip” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jenny, a deaf runaway who has just arrived in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury district to find her long-lost brother, a mysterious bearded sculptor known around town as The Seeker. She falls in with a psychedelic band, Mumblin' Jim, whose members include Stoney, Ben, and Elwood. They hide her from the fuzz in their crash pad, a Victorian house crowded with love beads and necking couples. Mumblin' Jim's truth-seeking friend Dave considers the band's pursuit of success "playing games," but he agrees to help Jennie anyway.
Who’s in it. Psych-Out stars Susan Strasberg as Jennie Davis, Dean Stockwell as Dave, Jack Nicholson as Stoney and Bruce Dern as Steve Davis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Psych-Out has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Psych-Out page.
If you liked it. Fans of Psych-Out tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Psych-Out (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Psych-Out change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Psych-Out worth watching?
- Psych-Out holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Psych-Out?
- Psych-Out stars Susan Strasberg, Dean Stockwell, Jack Nicholson, Bruce Dern and Adam Roarke.
- When was Psych-Out released?
- Psych-Out was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.