Shadowman (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.9

Released in 1974, Shadowman is a thriller and horror film directed by Georges Franju, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Clad in a featureless red mask, The Man Without A Face is involved in a single-minded pursuit of the fabled treasure of the Knights Templar in this tribute to the pulp adventure stories of Louis Feuillade.
Who’s in it. Shadowman stars Jacques Champreux as l'homme sans visage, Josephine Chaplin as Martine, Patrick Préjean as Séraphin and Gert Fröbe as Sorbier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Shadowman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shadowman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadowman tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadowman (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadowman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shadowman worth watching?
- Shadowman holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadowman?
- Shadowman stars Jacques Champreux, Josephine Chaplin, Patrick Préjean, Gert Fröbe and Ugo Pagliai.
- When was Shadowman released?
- Shadowman was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.