The Forbidden (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1966, The Forbidden is a documentary film directed by Lee Frost, running about 66 minutes. “Forbidden by Law, Forbidden by Society, Forbidden by Common Decency, But Exposed by the Cameras of Olympic International Films.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This documentary explores assorted "forbidden" topics from all over the world. Among the subjects depicted herein are a racy TV commercial for a female martial arts school, rowdy teenagers protesting a strict curfew on the Sunset Strip, an underground lesbian club in Geneva, a portable topless bar, and various strip acts from different parts of the globe.
Who’s in it. The Forbidden stars Baby Bubbles as Rose Caulder and Pat Hall as Showering Victim.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Forbidden has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Forbidden page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forbidden tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forbidden (1966)?
- In US, The Forbidden is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Forbidden worth watching?
- The Forbidden holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Forbidden?
- The Forbidden stars Baby Bubbles and Pat Hall.
- When was The Forbidden released?
- The Forbidden was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.