The Leech Woman
“She drained men of their loves and lives!”
Synopsis
An endocrinologist in a dysfunctional marriage with an aging, alcoholic wife journeys to Africa seeking a drug that will restore youth.
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The Leech Woman ≣ 1960 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-12-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1960
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Dein
- Screenplay & Story
- David Duncan
- Original Score
- Hans J. Salter, Irving Gertz, Henry Vars
- Original Title
- The Leech Woman
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Dein
David Duncan, Ben Pivar, Francis Rosenwald
Hans J. Salter, Irving Gertz, Henry Vars
Ellis W. Carter
Milton Carruth
Joseph Gershenson
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Dein
Director
Milton Carruth
Editor
Joseph Gershenson
Producer
Ellis W. Carter
Director of Photography
Bill Thomas
Costume Design
Hans J. Salter
Original Music Composer
Irving Gertz
Original Music Composer
David Duncan
Screenplay
Henry Vars
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Leech Woman
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What is The Leech Woman about?
An endocrinologist in a dysfunctional marriage with an aging, alcoholic wife journeys to Africa seeking a drug that will restore youth.
Who directed The Leech Woman?
The Leech Woman was directed by Edward Dein.
Who stars in The Leech Woman?
The principal cast of The Leech Woman includes Coleen Gray, Grant Williams, Phillip Terry, Gloria Talbott, John van Dreelen.
When was The Leech Woman released and how long is it?
The Leech Woman was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for The Leech Woman?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Leech Woman was composed by Hans J. Salter, Irving Gertz, Henry Vars.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Leech Woman?
The Leech Woman holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).