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Psycho

1960
Suspense/Thriller
Horror
1h 49m
A young female embezzler arrives at the Bates Motel after stealing $40 thousand, which has terrible secrets of its own in the form of an odd proprietor and his domineering, never-seen mother.
Directed by:
Alfred Hitchcock Alfred Hitchcock
Written by:
Robert Bloch Joseph Stefano
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Starring:
Martin Balsam Martin Balsam Janet Leigh Janet Leigh Simon Oakland Simon Oakland Patricia Hitchcock Patricia Hitchcock Anthony Perkins Anthony Perkins Vera Miles Vera Miles John Gavin John Gavin John McIntire John McIntire Lurene Tuttle Lurene Tuttle Frank Albertson Frank Albertson John Anderson John Anderson Vaughn Taylor Vaughn Taylor
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Franchise:
Psycho
Genres:
Suspense/Thriller, Horror, Mystery
Country:
USA
Language:
English
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Psycho

1960
Suspense/Thriller
Horror
1h 49m
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evansevan_s
Rated 26 Feb 2010
90
96th
Convinced me that classic cinema is that for a reason. I really, really enjoyed this and this proves to films like Saw that you don't have to be over the top to be a good thriller.
Rated 26 Feb 2010
pantone801pantone801
Rated 01 Aug 2007
90
96th
A classic. I adore this movie, the remake was not bad either, but the original was great. Did you know that in the shower scene chocolate sauce was used for the blood- but you can't tell because it is black and white
Rated 01 Aug 2007
aaaaaaarrgggaaaaaaarrggg
Rated 01 Mar 2009
100
97th
The most famous and imitated horror film of them all, this was conceived by the master of suspense as both a black joke on the audience and an attempt to ride the crest of the low-budget shockers just coming into vogue at the time. Whole volumes have been written on this movie, the best-remembered and most popular work of the most famous director of all time. This was inspired by real-life Wisconsin maniac and ghoul Ed Gein
Rated 01 Mar 2009
sloboneslobone
Rated 03 Jan 2007
86
84th
A classic of course, but the shocks may have worn off by now. Not my favorite Hitchcock, but a must-see in case you haven't already. Best seen late at night when you're all alone...
Rated 03 Jan 2007
ryuukuroRyuukuro
Rated 19 Aug 2007
70
23rd
Interesting in its setup and execution but not one of Hitchcock's best works. It's tragic that Anthony Perkins did so well here only to have it backfire on him and limit his career.
Rated 19 Aug 2007
sl0wdjinsl0wdjin
Rated 14 Aug 2007
50
23rd
Would have rated it higher in 1960, but today it's dead-on mediocre.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
k177105k177105
Rated 12 Jan 2024
94
88th
The definition of psychological horror movies. It feels a bit awkward though, to unravel the mystery with a psychological lesson from a psychiatrist at the end.
Rated 12 Jan 2024
mechatiggerMechatigger
Rated 05 Mar 2009
100
91st
Hitchcock's macabre masterpiece broke all of the existing rules for horror films and filmmakers, set the standard for a generation of new ones, and kept uncounted masses out of their showers. Today, it remains unexcelled in its brilliant manipulation of audience expectations.
Rated 05 Mar 2009
grinsporkGrinspork
Rated 26 Apr 2009
70
51st
Hitchcock!
Rated 26 Apr 2009
arizaariza
Rated 19 Mar 2008
85
81st
Suspense and cross dressing
Rated 19 Mar 2008
msterlingMSterling
Rated 21 Oct 2010
88
58th
Classic horror movie.
Rated 21 Oct 2010
elluithaurenelluithauren
Rated 28 Dec 2007
100
96th
One of the few "perfect" films ever made, in my opinion. The ending twist is so, so good and so surprising, even today (it must have given viewers a heart attack at it's initial release!) Perkins is so sweet and sympathetic in his role, and Janet Leigh makes the most out of a short but extremely memorable role. Hitchcock made many fine films, but this is my favorite and by far his best.
Rated 28 Dec 2007
ratinenjratinenj
Rated 23 Sep 2009
86
58th
Hitchock changed genre with this disturbing tale of a motel and it's keeper. There are multiple memorable scenes that are part of the movie history. Despide been overly known to the point been almost a cliche it's still very effecting. The style resembling tv/documentaries is another brilliant idea from Hitch.
Rated 23 Sep 2009
pksenthilpksenthil
Rated 19 Jul 2009
95
91st
I did not take a bath for two days after watching this movie. Need I say more?
Rated 19 Jul 2009
ladybugLadyBug
Rated 15 Oct 2008
80
54th
scary as hell
Rated 15 Oct 2008
jhawkz32jhawkz32
Rated 24 Apr 2007
75
44th
Creepy
Rated 24 Apr 2007
valjoellevaljoelle
Rated 19 Nov 2011
90
47th
Great horror classic, thought not as horrifying as it is just creepy.
Rated 19 Nov 2011
mclb1218mclb1218
Rated 02 Feb 2016
100
99th
One of the closest movies to perfect that is in existence. It is through pure genius that Hitchcock can weave a tale that still holds up til this day. Regardless of your age if you appreciate the film on any level, it's quite imperative you watch this as the cinematography, soundtrack, acting, etc. are flawless. Perkins creates a deep dark character that is nigh impossible to take your eyes off when he's on the screen.
Rated 02 Feb 2016
caponeCapone
Rated 27 Apr 2009
78
46th
A classical thriller that horrifying new generations
Rated 27 Apr 2009
ruderude
Rated 08 Jun 2009
100
94th
Marion, the victim of Norman's shower rage, is hardly young and innocent. She ends up at the Bates Motel, which is no Jamaica Inn, because she's stolen $40,000 and then disappeared like a white shadow.
Rated 08 Jun 2009
elmocoelmoco
Rated 19 Aug 2007
80
64th
second best hitchcock movie.
Rated 19 Aug 2007
jessjess125Jessjess125
Rated 13 Sep 2022
30
12th
Randomly I am terrified to use my own shower thanks to this movie
Rated 13 Sep 2022
jorddddanJorddddan
Rated 12 May 2009
95
33rd
Disturbing, suspenseful, dramatic, horrific, mysterious, phantasmagorical and brilliant.
Rated 12 May 2009
ivytivyt
Rated 08 Apr 2009
70
71st
Not scary, yet its interesting and original and halfway stood the "test of time", so I will give it it's props.
Rated 08 Apr 2009
vivekvivek
Rated 24 Jun 2010
77
69th
This is a classical thriler of hitchcock.Best seen of the movie is that where norman sit in jail and he don`t kill the bee.
Rated 24 Jun 2010
jamiehornsbyjamiehornsby
Rated 14 Nov 2015
85
76th
There's a reason this film is a classic.
Rated 14 Nov 2015
fragolafragola
Rated 16 Jul 2011
92
53rd
A must watch
Rated 16 Jul 2011
webdwwebdw
Rated 01 Sep 2007
80
84th
A Hitchcock masterpiece! Great performances by Perkins and Leigh plus a strong supporting cast.
Rated 01 Sep 2007
johnnydarkjohnnydark
Rated 17 Dec 2010
98
80th
Psycho only lost two points with me for over explaining Norman Bate's condition at the end.
Rated 17 Dec 2010
grofGROF
Rated 02 Dec 2007
100
0th
great thriller ... Gets me goosebumps ...
Rated 02 Dec 2007
ledorinLedorin
Rated 08 Apr 2012
85
50th
A surprising and brilliant thriller with clever scenes that reveal the brilliant mind of Alfred Hitchcock. For example the scene where the female with the stolen money hears in her head the possible scenarios that follow the theft is quite interesting. The actors do fine job and it's a pleasure to follow how Hitchcock leads you from scene to scene.
Rated 08 Apr 2012
danonDanon
Rated 27 Jan 2010
95
98th
The all time #1 thriller, and a near perfect movie. If there is one thing Hitchcock mastered it's keeping you on the edge of your seat. The acting is great, the shots and score are beautiful, and the story is twisted. Hitchcock's masterful use of the "McGuffin" is so clear in Psycho. He cleverly hints at that envolope of money from time to time. Or at least until the famous shower scene. I love the "no late admission" rule. We need someone to bring that respect back to the cinema.
Rated 27 Jan 2010
ccslickerccslicker
Rated 05 Jan 2023
100
89th
Perkins gives one of the greatest performances in the history of cinema as the most iconic killer in film. No movie has ever captured the perversion of the audience as well as Psycho - when Norman tries to sink Marion's car, every viewer finds themselves sickly and desperately hoping for the swamp to take it, and the relief is palpable when it finally goes down.
Rated 05 Jan 2023
sullyboySullyboy
Rated 11 Jul 2016
88
57th
88
Rated 11 Jul 2016
rojatumerojatume
Rated 02 Jan 2017
86
91st
Great scene after great scene after great scene
Rated 02 Jan 2017
jet_jaguarJet Jaguar
Rated 08 Apr 2011
96
80th
Brilliant in almost every way. Visually incredible and acted to perfection. Watching Anthony Perkins become a squirming, conniving, insane, and utterly charming monster is one of the pinnacles of acting achievement. Through the eyes of Hitchcock, Psycho becomes a beautifully created film of pure suspense and horror.
Rated 08 Apr 2011
jestyJesty
Rated 27 Nov 2012
70
22nd
I admit I was exhausted when I saw this, and I recognize that it's a technical achievement, but I just didn't care about any of the characters and I found the end completely contrived.
Rated 27 Nov 2012
theligerbombTheLigerBomb
Rated 26 Dec 2018
90
67th
Still holds up in today's cgi infested horror world.
Rated 26 Dec 2018
newbiepsychnewbiepsych
Rated 20 Dec 2009
93
88th
Scary stuff with a great twist.
Rated 20 Dec 2009
gechelbergergechelberger
Rated 05 Mar 2008
40
3rd
Not nearly as good as some of his others but god is Bates a creepy motherfucker and so is his mom
Rated 05 Mar 2008
castlevania2Castlevania2
Rated 27 Oct 2014
95
93rd
The last truly great Hitchcock movie. Still holds up.
Rated 27 Oct 2014
kendramillerkendramiller
Rated 10 Aug 2008
95
46th
classic
Rated 10 Aug 2008
sypethSypeth
Rated 28 Jul 2008
95
95th
A classic, inspiration for so many films. Hitchcock was a master filmmaker.
Rated 28 Jul 2008
uhrmacherUhrmacher
Rated 07 Dec 2013
88
84th
Anthony Perkins is outstanding.
Rated 07 Dec 2013
determinist1determinist1
Rated 15 Nov 2008
85
44th
Classic scary film
Rated 15 Nov 2008
boobrBoobr
Rated 17 Feb 2010
87
51st
True horror, not that zombie/demon/chainsaw thing again.
Rated 17 Feb 2010
k0occk0occ
Rated 17 Oct 2007
95
83rd
great classic. yes it's as good as you've heardi
Rated 17 Oct 2007
beardobaldobeardobaldo
Rated 01 Feb 2018
90
82nd
There is so much to love about this film. Anthony Perkins absolutely makes this movie.
Rated 01 Feb 2018
pebapeba
Rated 14 Oct 2007
95
82nd
Amazing
Rated 14 Oct 2007
krazybalkankrazybalkan
Rated 15 Jun 2010
95
99th
could it be the best movie ever?
Rated 15 Jun 2010
petePete
Rated 26 Jun 2009
90
98th
A Hitchcock Masterpiece
Rated 26 Jun 2009
kryptkrypt
Rated 21 Jun 2018
92
76th
Not my favorite Hitch, but God damn it's still a masterpiece.
Rated 21 Jun 2018
vialov3sgyuvia_lov3sgyu
Rated 24 Oct 2022
90
16th
hitchcock is the master of suspense. fantastic.
Rated 24 Oct 2022
booksyouburnbooksyouburn
Rated 23 Jun 2008
95
92nd
A truly terrifying performance by Anthony Perkins that has absolutely stood the test of time, nay, defined standing the test of time. I remember my sibling of a young age watching Psycho and being more frightened than she had with any modern horror film.
Rated 23 Jun 2008
luckyLucky
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
84th
Landmark filmmaking, yet I can't help but feel a touch has been lost in the times.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
fartfart
Rated 16 Oct 2007
76
50th
Classic, OBVIOUSLY!
Rated 16 Oct 2007
va3hVa3H
Rated 30 Jul 2008
94
75th
A perennial masterpiece that demonstrates Hitchcock talent in grafting a truly suspenseful film; embodying everything that he stood for: meticulous craftsmanship, eerie music and exemplary camera work. In addition, to being the first psychological thriller that delved into the psyche of a deranged killer, and, it showcases perhaps the most memorable and revered scene in all American cinema. A haunting and chilling story which is as poignant today as was in the sixties.
Rated 30 Jul 2008
calexicoCalexico
Rated 01 Nov 2020
90
91st
Wow, this is the first Hitchcock movie I've loved, among many many seen. Captivating plot, great soundtrack, great visuals, iconic scenes.
Rated 01 Nov 2020
mindman358mindman358
Rated 21 Apr 2019
70
53rd
A classic
Rated 21 Apr 2019
bourneluckyBourneLucky
Rated 29 Nov 2013
100
89th
Favourite Hitchcock film
Rated 29 Nov 2013
imogenImogen
Rated 22 Oct 2012
9
86th
Classic horror. The twist is great and the plot is original and full of surprise. Plus, Bernard Hermann's score is fantastic.
Rated 22 Oct 2012
slaneeshslaneesh
Rated 12 Jun 2008
80
35th
I know it was inovaitive adn ahead of its time, however when youve seen all the ripofs first i becomes a bit boring in the long run.
Rated 12 Jun 2008
julescocojulescoco
Rated 13 Sep 2020
90
73rd
a classic, must-watch. great twist ending and has so much character. if you like horror and haven't seen this movie, what are you doing?!
Rated 13 Sep 2020
mrbitternessMrBitterness
Rated 29 Sep 2010
95
84th
Even if you know the big twist, and I think you do, this is still a suspenseful, and sometimes even terrifying, movie. Perkins is perfectly creepy, and the suspense builds and crashes perfectly. Eagerly awaiting my next chance to see a Hitchcock movie.
Rated 29 Sep 2010
cheesebadgerCheesebadger
Rated 07 Aug 2007
88
76th
Still creepy today.
Rated 07 Aug 2007
rodeyRodey
Rated 01 Jan 2009
90
68th
Nearly 50 years after it's release, Psycho is still able to keep the viewer on the edge of their seat while and provides an uneasy, creepy feeling better than any modern day equivalent.
Rated 01 Jan 2009
teemukeskteemukesk
Rated 19 Aug 2021
86
89th
Legendary. Honestly, I would've never expected to like this as much as I did. Great performances all around, the story is gripping and there's just this special feeling to it. I can't believe that it was made in 1960. The only part that I didn't like was the explanation scene, which I felt like was unnecessary.
Rated 19 Aug 2021
pazuzuterrorPazuzuTerror
Rated 25 Jul 2010
100
94th
a true horror classic, the shower scene obviously is one of the most well known scenes ever, the film is one of the greats, nothing more i can say
Rated 25 Jul 2010
cellophanecellophane
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
89th
A chilling feature. Even though it's been overexposed by pop culture, the movie is still haunting.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
marcopolo_iiMarco_Polo
Rated 04 Dec 2008
80
81st
So scary, chilling & brilliant.
Rated 04 Dec 2008
freudianaFreudiana
Rated 22 Dec 2008
90
57th
Fantastically entertaining, Hitchcock's classic thriller is superb, though it doesn't hold up too well to third or fourth viewings.
Rated 22 Dec 2008
jpearce6jpearce6
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
80th
Truly a classic, a pioneer of the thriller/horror genre. A must see for any movie fan.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
ltmovieltmovie
Rated 11 Oct 2009
100
85th
One of the Best Hitchcock thrillers! DO NOT watch alone on a rainy evening ;-)
Rated 11 Oct 2009
trevorrezniktrevorreznik
Rated 28 Jan 2010
98
86th
it's alfred hitchcock!
Rated 28 Jan 2010
marcusmeiselmarcusmeisel
Rated 17 Nov 2007
80
69th
unforgettable movie. He invented the technique of rapid camera view change.
Rated 17 Nov 2007
oxbakeroxbaker
Rated 05 Oct 2009
90
95th
Anthony Perkins hair is top notch.
Rated 05 Oct 2009
summercuspsummercusp
Rated 18 Mar 2008
100
87th
best classic horror film.
Rated 18 Mar 2008
jstryjstry
Rated 08 Feb 2008
90
91st
Chilling and very memorable. What a horror film should be.
Rated 08 Feb 2008
stevemoserstevemoser
Rated 01 Apr 2009
88
79th
Crazy creepy even for being an older film. Need the soundtrack.
Rated 01 Apr 2009
jdienerbjdienerb
Rated 19 Jul 2009
85
54th
Very dated, although that's not really it's fault. Otherwise, I reall enjoyed it.
Rated 19 Jul 2009
mixmaxtermixmaxter
Rated 06 Jul 2023
85
71st
A subtle thriller that surprised me halfway through. the psychiatrist scene explaining the plot at the end was laughably bad and/or outdated
Rated 06 Jul 2023
dahai401DaHai401
Rated 05 Aug 2010
70
39th
Classic
Rated 05 Aug 2010

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