Dark Purpose (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1964, Dark Purpose is a mystery film directed by George Marshall, running about 97 minutes. “Two Great Stars in a New Picture-Of Love and Suspense!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American woman in Italy falls in love with a man, unaware that he has an insane wife hidden in the attic.
Who’s in it. Dark Purpose stars Shirley Jones as Karen Williams, Rossano Brazzi as Count Paolo Barbarelli, George Sanders as Raymond Fontaine and Giorgia Moll as Cora Barbarelli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dark Purpose 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 Dark Purpose page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Purpose tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Purpose (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Purpose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dark Purpose worth watching?
- Dark Purpose holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dark Purpose?
- Dark Purpose stars Shirley Jones, Rossano Brazzi, George Sanders, Giorgia Moll and Micheline Presle.
- When was Dark Purpose released?
- Dark Purpose was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.