The Pit and the Pendulum
"Betrayal cuts both ways!"
Originally released in 1961. The Pit and the Pendulum is a horror/mystery film. directed by Roger Corman. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Vincent Price, John Kerr, and Barbara Steele
Synopsis
In the sixteenth century, Francis Barnard travels to Spain to clarify the strange circumstances of his sister's death after she had married the son of a cruel Spanish Inquisitor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 12, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (367 votes)
Budget
$200K
Production budget
Box Office
$2M
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Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Vincent Price
as Nicholas Medina / Sebastian Medina
John Kerr
as Francis Barnard
Barbara Steele
as Elizabeth Barnard Medina
Luana Anders
as Catherine Medina
Antony Carbone
as Doctor Leon
Patrick Westwood
as Maximillian
Lynette Bernay
as Maria
Mary Menzies
as Isabella
Charles Victor
as Bartolome
Larry Turner
as Young Nicholas
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $200,000
- Revenue
- $2,000,000
Production Companies
- Alta Vista Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Pit and the Pendulum about?
In the sixteenth century, Francis Barnard travels to Spain to clarify the strange circumstances of his sister's death after she had married the son of a cruel Spanish Inquisitor.
Who directed The Pit and the Pendulum?
The Pit and the Pendulum was directed by Roger Corman.
How long is The Pit and the Pendulum?
The Pit and the Pendulum has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Pit and the Pendulum released?
The Pit and the Pendulum was released on August 12, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Pit and the Pendulum?
The main cast of The Pit and the Pendulum includes Vincent Price, John Kerr, Barbara Steele, Luana Anders, Antony Carbone.
Is The Pit and the Pendulum worth watching?
The Pit and the Pendulum has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 367 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.