The Nightcomers (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1972, The Nightcomers is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Michael Winner, running about 96 minutes. “Two Children. Two Adults. One Unspeakable Crime.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Prequel to the Henry James classic "Turn of the Screw" about the events leading up to the deaths of Peter Quint and Ms. Jessel, and the slow corruption of the children in their care.
Who’s in it. The Nightcomers stars Marlon Brando as Peter Quint, Stephanie Beacham as Miss Jessel, Thora Hird as Mrs. Grose and Harry Andrews as Master of the House, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Nightcomers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nightcomers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nightcomers tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nightcomers (1972)?
- In GB, The Nightcomers is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Nightcomers worth watching?
- The Nightcomers holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nightcomers?
- The Nightcomers stars Marlon Brando, Stephanie Beacham, Thora Hird, Harry Andrews and Verna Harvey.
- When was The Nightcomers released?
- The Nightcomers was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.