Psycho IV: The Beginning
“You've met Norman, now meet Mother...”
When he hears talk radio host Fran Ambrose discussing the topic of matricide, Norman calls in under a false name to tell his story.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | — |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About Psycho IV: The Beginning
Psycho IV: The Beginning is a 1990 English-language horror, mystery and thriller film directed by Mick Garris. The cast is led by Anthony Perkins, Henry Thomas, Olivia Hussey. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 5.7/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Psycho IV: The Beginning was produced by Smart Money Productions and Universal Television and made in United States of America. It was released on November 10, 1990, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Mick Garris
- Writers
- Joseph Stefano
- Release date
- November 10, 1990
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $1 million
- Production
- Smart Money Productions, Universal Television
Psycho IV: The Beginning cast & crew
Psycho IV: The Beginning was directed by Mick Garris and written by Joseph Stefano.
The cast features Anthony Perkins as Norman Bates, Henry Thomas as Young Norman Bates, Olivia Hussey as Norma Bates, CCH Pounder as Fran Ambrose, Warren Frost as Dr. Leo Richmond, and Donna Mitchell as Connie Bates.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Graeme Revell, cinematography is by Rodney Charters, and it was produced by Hilton A. Green and Les Mayfield.
Is Psycho IV: The Beginning worth watching?
Psycho IV: The Beginning holds an audience score of 5.7/10 from 307 ratings, a more divisive horror films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror, mystery, and thriller, Psycho IV: The Beginning is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Psycho IV: The Beginning
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Cast of Psycho IV: The Beginning
Anthony Perkins
Norman Bates
Henry Thomas
Young Norman Bates
Olivia Hussey
Norma Bates
CCH Pounder
Fran Ambrose
Warren Frost
Dr. Leo Richmond
Donna Mitchell
Connie Bates
Thomas Schuster
Chet Rudolph
Sharen Camille
Holly
Bobbi Evors
Gloria
John Landis
Mike Calveccio
Kurt Paul
Raymond Linette
Cynthia Garris
Ellen Stevens
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Psycho IV: The Beginning — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Psycho IV: The Beginning in United States?
Psycho IV: The Beginning is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Psycho IV: The Beginning in?
Psycho IV: The Beginning is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Psycho IV: The Beginning?
Psycho IV: The Beginning runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Psycho IV: The Beginning rated?
Psycho IV: The Beginning is rated R. It holds a 5.7/10 audience score from 307 ratings.
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