The Alchemist (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1983, The Alchemist is a thriller and horror film directed by Charles Band, running about 84 minutes. “Creating monsters was easy...The problem is getting rid of them!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man seeks revenge on an evil magician who placed a curse on him.
Who’s in it. The Alchemist stars Robert Ginty as Aaron McCallum, Lucinda Dooling as Lenora Sinclair, John Sanderford as Cameron and Viola Kates Stimpson as Esther (as Viola Kate Stimpson), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Alchemist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Full Moon Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Alchemist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Alchemist tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Alchemist (1983)?
- In US, The Alchemist is available to stream on Full Moon Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Alchemist worth watching?
- The Alchemist holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Alchemist?
- The Alchemist stars Robert Ginty, Lucinda Dooling, John Sanderford, Viola Kates Stimpson and Robert Glaudini.
- When was The Alchemist released?
- The Alchemist was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.