

Strait-Jacket
“WARNING! 'Strait-Jacket' vividly depicts ax murders!”
After a twenty-year stay at an asylum for a double murder, a mother returns to her estranged daughter where suspicions arise about her behavior.
Where to watch Strait-Jacket in United States
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Where is Strait-Jacket streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Shadowz, Molotov TV, Shadowz Amazon Channel | — |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
| Brazil | — | Amazon Video |
About Strait-Jacket
Strait-Jacket is a 1964 English-language thriller, horror and drama film directed by William Castle. The cast is led by Joan Crawford, Diane Baker, Leif Erickson. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Fawesome.
Strait-Jacket was produced by William Castle Productions and Columbia Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on January 19, 1964, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- William Castle
- Writers
- Robert Bloch
- Release date
- January 19, 1964
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- William Castle Productions, Columbia Pictures
Strait-Jacket cast & crew
Strait-Jacket was directed by William Castle and written by Robert Bloch.
The cast features Joan Crawford as Lucy Harbin, Diane Baker as Carol Harbin, Leif Erickson as Bill Cutler, Howard St. John as Raymond Fields, John Anthony Hayes as Michael Fields, and Rochelle Hudson as Emily Cutler.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Van Alexander, cinematography is by Arthur E. Arling, and it was produced by William Castle.
Is Strait-Jacket worth watching?
Strait-Jacket holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 134 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.
At 1h 33m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy thriller, horror, and drama, Strait-Jacket is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Strait-Jacket
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Cast of Strait-Jacket

Joan Crawford
Lucy Harbin

Diane Baker
Carol Harbin

Leif Erickson
Bill Cutler

Howard St. John
Raymond Fields

John Anthony Hayes
Michael Fields

Rochelle Hudson
Emily Cutler

George Kennedy
Leo Krause

Edith Atwater
Mrs. Fields
Mitchell Cox
Dr. Anderson

Lee Majors
Frank Harbin (uncredited)

Patricia Crest
Stella Fulton (uncredited)

Vicki Cos
Carol Harbin - Age 3 (uncredited)
Strait-Jacket — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Strait-Jacket in United States?
Strait-Jacket is streaming on Fawesome in United States.
▸Is Strait-Jacket on Fawesome?
Yes — Strait-Jacket is currently available on Fawesome in United States.
▸What language is Strait-Jacket in?
Strait-Jacket is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Strait-Jacket?
Strait-Jacket runs 1 hours 33 minutes (93 minutes).
▸What is Strait-Jacket rated?
Strait-Jacket is rated NR. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 134 ratings.











