The Body Snatcher (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1945, The Body Snatcher is a thriller and horror film directed by Robert Wise, running about 78 minutes. “GRAVES RAIDED! COFFINS ROBBED! CORPSES CARVED! MIDNIGHT MURDER! BODY BLACKMAIL! STALKING GHOULS! Mad Thrills of Terror And Macabre Mystery... –and don't blame us if you stay awake all night!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Edinburgh, 1831. Among those who undertake the illegal trade of grave robbery is Gray, ostensibly a cab driver. Formerly a medical student convicted of grave robbery, Gray holds a grudge against Dr. MacFarlane who had escaped detection and punishment.
Who’s in it. The Body Snatcher stars Boris Karloff as John Gray, Bela Lugosi as Joseph, Henry Daniell as Dr. Wolfe 'Toddy' MacFarlane and Edith Atwater as Meg Camden, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Body Snatcher has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Body Snatcher page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Body Snatcher tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Body Snatcher (1945)?
- In US, The Body Snatcher is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Body Snatcher worth watching?
- The Body Snatcher holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Body Snatcher?
- The Body Snatcher stars Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, Henry Daniell, Edith Atwater and Russell Wade.
- When was The Body Snatcher released?
- The Body Snatcher was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.