Death Rite (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1975, Death Rite is a thriller and drama film directed by Claude Chabrol, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. While traveling to a resort in Tunisia, the magician and clairvoyant Professor Vestar befriends the idle millionaire Edouard Vangard and he offers a ride in his car. Vestar discloses to Edouard that he had had a premonition of a woman being murdered in a desert area.
Who’s in it. Death Rite stars Franco Nero as Sadry, Jean Rochefort as Edouard, Stefania Sandrelli as Sylvia and Gert Fröbe as Vestar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Death Rite has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Death Rite page.
If you liked it. Fans of Death Rite tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Death Rite (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Death Rite change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Death Rite worth watching?
- Death Rite holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Death Rite?
- Death Rite stars Franco Nero, Jean Rochefort, Stefania Sandrelli, Gert Fröbe and Moheddine Mrad.
- When was Death Rite released?
- Death Rite was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.