Peeping Tom (1960) movie poster

Peeping Tom (1960)

"What made this the most diabolical murder weapon ever used?"
ThumbScore
👍 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 96% (RT: 96%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Michael Powell
Runtime
1h 41m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (888 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Cast
Karlheinz Böhm as Mark Lewis
Moira Shearer as Vivian
Anna Massey as Helen Stephens
Maxine Audley as Mrs. Stephens
Brenda Bruce as Dora
Miles Malleson as Elderly Gentleman Customer
Esmond Knight as Arthur Baden
Martin Miller as Dr. Rosen
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 888 votes. Critics gave it 96%.
Overview
Loner Mark Lewis works at a film studio during the day and, at night, takes racy photographs of women. Also he's making a documentary on fear, which involves recording the reactions of victims as he murders them. He befriends Helen, the daughter of the family living in the apartment below his, and he tells her vaguely about the movie he is making. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Karlheinz Böhm spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • During production of Peeping Tom, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The iconic poster for Peeping Tom was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Peeping Tom is a 1960 horror, thriller, drama film directed by Michael Powell. Loner Mark Lewis works at a film studio during the day and, at night, takes racy photographs of women. Also he's making a documentary on fear, which involves recording the reactions of victims as he murders them.

He befriends Helen, the daughter of the family living in the apartment below his, and he tells her vaguely about the movie he is making. The film has been rated by 888 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Peeping Tom delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Peeping Tom (1960) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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