Cape Fear
Sam Bowden witnesses a rape committed by Max Cady and testifies against him. When released after 8 years in prison, Cady begins stalking Bowden and his family but is always clever enough not to violate the law.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, AMC+, Criterion Channel, and AMC.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Cape Fear
Where can I watch Cape Fear in the United States?
Cape Fear is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, AMC+, Criterion Channel, and AMC in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Cape Fear on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Cape Fear is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside AMC+, Criterion Channel, and AMC.
Can I watch Cape Fear for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Cape Fear needs a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, AMC+, Criterion Channel, and AMC, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Cape Fear?
Cape Fear scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Cape Fear?
Cape Fear stars Gregory Peck, Robert Mitchum, Polly Bergen, Martin Balsam, and Lori Martin. J. Lee Thompson is the director.
How long is Cape Fear?
Cape Fear runs 1h 46m (106 minutes).
When did Cape Fear come out?
Cape Fear was released on April 12, 1962.
Which studio made Cape Fear?
Cape Fear was produced by Melville-Talbot Productions and Universal Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Cape Fear?
Cape Fear was made on a budget of $35,000,000.
How much did Cape Fear make at the box office?
Cape Fear grossed $103,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $35,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.