Deviation (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1971, Deviation is a horror film directed by José Ramón Larraz, running about 89 minutes. “Their sin was love… Their revenge was murder.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After a nocturnal car accident on the English countryside, an unfortunate couple is invited to a mysterious manor occupied by a creepy embalmer who throws sexy drug parties there.
Who’s in it. Deviation stars Karl Lanchbury as Julian, Lisbet Lundquist as Rebecca, Sibyla Grey as Olivia and Malcolm Terris as Paul, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Deviation has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Deviation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Deviation tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Deviation (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Deviation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Deviation worth watching?
- Deviation holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Deviation?
- Deviation stars Karl Lanchbury, Lisbet Lundquist, Sibyla Grey, Malcolm Terris and Shelagh Wilcocks.
- When was Deviation released?
- Deviation was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.