Madhouse
“If stark terror were ecstasy...living here would be sheer bliss!”
Synopsis
A horror movie star returns to his famous role after spending years in a mental institution, but the character seems to be committing murders independent of his will.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Original 1974 TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-05-27
Top Cast
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Vincent Price
Paul Toombes
Peter Cushing
Herbert Flay
Robert Quarry
Oliver Quayle
Adrienne Corri
Faye
Linda Hayden
Elizabeth Peters
Natasha Pyne
Julia Wilson
Michael Parkinson
TV Interviewer
Barry Dennen
Gerry Blount
Ellis Dale
Alfred Peters
Catherine Willmer
Louise Peters
Jenny Lee Wright
Carol Clayton
Julie Crosthwaite
Ellen
Ian Thompson
Bradshaw
John Garrie
Inspector Harper
Peter Halliday
Psychiatrist
Basil Rathbone
Basil (archive footage)
Boris Karloff
(archive footage)
Hyma Beckley
Passenger on Quayside (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 22, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Clark
- Screenplay & Story
- Ken Levison, Greg Morrison
- Original Score
- Douglas Gamley
- Original Title
- Madhouse
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Amicus Productions, American International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Clark
Ken Levison, Greg Morrison
Douglas Gamley
Clive Smith
Samuel Z. Arkoff, Max Rosenberg, Milton Subotsky
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Clark
Director
Ken Levison
Screenplay
Greg Morrison
Screenplay
Max Rosenberg
Producer
Milton Subotsky
Producer
Clive Smith
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Madhouse
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Madhouse about?
A horror movie star returns to his famous role after spending years in a mental institution, but the character seems to be committing murders independent of his will.
Who directed Madhouse?
Madhouse was directed by Jim Clark.
Who stars in Madhouse?
The principal cast of Madhouse includes Vincent Price, Peter Cushing, Robert Quarry, Adrienne Corri, Linda Hayden.
When was Madhouse released and how long is it?
Madhouse was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Madhouse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Madhouse was composed by Douglas Gamley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Madhouse?
Madhouse holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).