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Victim

1961·Movie·NR·101 min·★ 7.5(165)

“A Scorching Drama of the Most Un-talked About Subject Of Our Time!”

In early 1960s London, barrister Melville Farr is on the path to success. With his practice winning cases and a loving marriage to his wife, Laura, Farr's professional and personal life are nearly idyllic. However, when blackmailers link Farr to a young gay man, everything Farr's worked for is threatened.

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United StatesHBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO MaxAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
United Kingdom—BFI Player, Apple TV Store
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About Victim

Victim is a 1961 English-language drama, crime and thriller film directed by Basil Dearden. The cast is led by Dirk Bogarde, Sylvia Syms, Dennis Price. It has a runtime of 1h 41m. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 200 ratings.

Victim was produced by Allied Film Makers and J. Arthur Rank Organisation and made in United Kingdom. It was released on August 1, 1961, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Basil Dearden
Writers
John McCormick, Janet Green, Dirk Bogarde
Release date
August 1, 1961
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Allied Film Makers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
#london, england#blackmail#controversy#film noir#social commentary#male homosexuality#lawyer#lgbt#outting#gay theme

Victim cast & crew

Victim was directed by Basil Dearden and written by John McCormick, Janet Green, and Dirk Bogarde.

The cast features Dirk Bogarde as Melville Farr, Sylvia Syms as Laura Farr, Dennis Price as Calloway, Anthony Nicholls as Lord Charles Fullbrook, Peter Copley as Paul Mandrake, and Norman Bird as Harold Doe.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Philip Green, cinematography is by Otto Heller, and it was produced by Michael Relph.

Is Victim worth watching?

Victim holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 165 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 41m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, crime, and thriller, Victim is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Victim

Dirk Bogarde

Dirk Bogarde

Melville Farr

Sylvia Syms

Sylvia Syms

Laura Farr

Dennis Price

Dennis Price

Calloway

Anthony Nicholls

Anthony Nicholls

Lord Charles Fullbrook

Peter Copley

Peter Copley

Paul Mandrake

Norman Bird

Norman Bird

Harold Doe

Peter McEnery

Peter McEnery

Jack Barrett

Donald Churchill

Donald Churchill

Eddy Stone

Derren Nesbitt

Derren Nesbitt

Sandy

John Barrie

John Barrie

Inspector Harris

John Cairney

John Cairney

Bridie

Alan MacNaughtan

Alan MacNaughtan

Scott Hankin

Victim — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Victim in India?

Victim is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.

▸Where can I watch Victim in the US?

In the US, Victim is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch Victim in the UK?

Victim isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on BFI Player and Apple TV Store.

▸What language is Victim in?

Victim is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Victim?

Victim runs 1 hours 41 minutes (101 minutes).

▸What is Victim rated?

Victim is rated NR. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 165 ratings.

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