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7.7 / 10(1,652 votes)IMDbR19752h 7m$2.9M Worldwide GrossItaly

Deep Red

Profondo rosso

“When was the last time you were really scared?”

Synopsis

An English pianist living in Rome witnesses the brutal murder of his psychic neighbor. With the help of a tenacious young reporter, he tries to discover the killer using very unconventional methods. The two are soon drawn into a shocking web of dementia and violence.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 9, 1976

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

April 24, 1991

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$2.9M

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Dario Argento
Screenplay & Story
Bernardino Zapponi
Original Score
Claudio Simonetti, Giorgio Gaslini
Original Title
Profondo rosso
Country of Origin
Italy
Spoken Languages
German, Italian
Runtime
2h 7m
Worldwide Gross
$2.9M
Production Studios
Seda Spettacoli, Rizzoli Film

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Dario Argento

Screenplay & Story

Bernardino Zapponi, Dario Argento

Original Score & Music

Claudio Simonetti, Giorgio Gaslini

Director of Photography

Luigi Kuveiller

Film Editing

Franco Fraticelli

Producers

Claudio Argento, Salvatore Argento

Department Leadership Roster

Dario Argento

Dario Argento

Director

Dario Argento

Dario Argento

Writer

Bernardino Zapponi

Bernardino Zapponi

Screenplay

Claudio Simonetti

Claudio Simonetti

Original Music Composer

Giorgio Gaslini

Giorgio Gaslini

Original Music Composer

Salvatore Argento

Producer

Franco Fraticelli

Franco Fraticelli

Editor

Luigi Kuveiller

Director of Photography

Elena Mannini

Costume Design

Giuseppe Bassan

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Deep Red

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Deep Red about?

An English pianist living in Rome witnesses the brutal murder of his psychic neighbor. With the help of a tenacious young reporter, he tries to discover the killer using very unconventional methods. The two are soon drawn into a shocking web of dementia and violence.

Who directed Deep Red?

Deep Red was directed by Dario Argento.

Who stars in Deep Red?

The principal cast of Deep Red includes David Hemmings, Daria Nicolodi, Gabriele Lavia, Macha Méril, Eros Pagni.

When was Deep Red released and how long is it?

Deep Red was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.

How much did Deep Red make at the box office?

Deep Red grossed $2.9M in worldwide ticket sales.

Who composed the musical score for Deep Red?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Deep Red was composed by Claudio Simonetti, Giorgio Gaslini.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Deep Red?

Deep Red holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).