Hysteria (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1965, Hysteria is a thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Freddie Francis, running about 85 minutes. “TERRIFYING SUSPENSE ...it will shock you out of your seat!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American wakes up in an English hospital unable to remember anything of his life before a recent car accident. With only a photograph torn from a newspaper to guide him, and an unknown benefactor, he attempts to unravel what looks increasingly like a bizarre murder.
Who’s in it. Hysteria stars Robert Webber as Chris Smith, Anthony Newlands as Dr. Keller, Jennifer Jayne as Gina McConnell and Maurice Denham as Hemmings, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Hysteria has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hysteria page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hysteria tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hysteria (1965)?
- In US, Hysteria is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hysteria worth watching?
- Hysteria holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hysteria?
- Hysteria stars Robert Webber, Anthony Newlands, Jennifer Jayne, Maurice Denham and Lelia Goldoni.
- When was Hysteria released?
- Hysteria was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.