The Other (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1972, The Other is a drama, horror and mystery film directed by Robert Mulligan, running about 108 minutes. “Niles and Holland are as close as twin brothers can be. Appearances can be deceiving... and deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A series of gruesome accidents plague a small American farming community in the summer of 1935, encircling two identical twin brothers and their family.
Who’s in it. The Other stars Uta Hagen as Ada, Diana Muldaur as Alexandra, Chris Udvarnoky as Niles Perry and Martin Udvarnoky as Holland Perry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Other 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 The Other page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Other tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Other (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Other change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Other worth watching?
- The Other holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Other?
- The Other stars Uta Hagen, Diana Muldaur, Chris Udvarnoky, Martin Udvarnoky and Norma Connolly.
- When was The Other released?
- The Other was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.