The Toy Box (1971): cast, story & where to watch

1971 · Film · ★ 4.5

The Toy Box poster

Released in 1971, The Toy Box is a horror and science fiction film directed by Ronald Víctor García, running about 89 minutes. “Bizarre, Shocking Beyond Belief.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When Ralph persuades his girlfriend, Donna, to participate in a bizarre party, she discovers the guests are to perform erotic plays in the presence of a corpse - Ralph's millionaire uncle. The players are promised gifts from the "toy box." Ralph and Donna await their turn, when the mansion's doors lock at midnight; and it's not long before they discover the players are being murdered by...the dead uncle?

Who’s in it. The Toy Box stars Sean Kenney as Ralph, Ann Perry as Donna, Neal Bishop as Doug and Debbie Osborne as Sally Howard, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Toy Box has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Toy Box page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Toy Box tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Toy Box (1971)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Toy Box change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Toy Box worth watching?
The Toy Box holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Toy Box?
The Toy Box stars Sean Kenney, Ann Perry, Neal Bishop, Debbie Osborne and T.E. Brown.
When was The Toy Box released?
The Toy Box was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.