Catacombs (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1965, Catacombs is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Gordon Hessler, running about 84 minutes. “The story of the girl who twice returned from the grave!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A rich woman who uses meditation to deal with pain is visited by her niece who returns from Paris. The woman can be a handful and one of her employees suggests to her husband that he kill her freeing them both. When an affair starts between the husband and the niece murder becomes a real possibility. However some people won't stay dead.
Who’s in it. Catacombs stars Gary Merrill as Raymond Garth, Jane Merrow as Alice Taylor, Georgina Cookson as Ellen Garth and Neil McCallum as Richard 'Dick' Corbett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Catacombs 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 Catacombs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Catacombs tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Catacombs (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Catacombs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Catacombs worth watching?
- Catacombs holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Catacombs?
- Catacombs stars Gary Merrill, Jane Merrow, Georgina Cookson, Neil McCallum and Rachel Thomas.
- When was Catacombs released?
- Catacombs was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.