Sadomania (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1981, Sadomania is an action, drama and horror film directed by Jesús Franco, running about 84 minutes.

What it’s about. Soon after newlyweds Olga and Michel set foot on the grounds of a notorious women's prison, they're arrested by topless guards and ushered behind bars where the warden quickly dismisses Michel but demands that Olga do a little time.

Who’s in it. Sadomania stars Ajita Wilson as Magda Hurtado, Andrea Guzon as Mercedes Llorens, Ursula Buchfellner as Tara Lindberg (as Ursula Fellner) and Antonio Mayans as Governor Mendoza (as Robert Foster), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sadomania has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $198.2K at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sadomania page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sadomania tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sadomania (1981)?
In US, Sadomania is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sadomania worth watching?
Sadomania holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sadomania?
Sadomania stars Ajita Wilson, Andrea Guzon, Ursula Buchfellner, Antonio Mayans and Uta Koepke.
When was Sadomania released?
Sadomania was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.