Victim movie poster

Victim

1961 · 1h 41m · Released

NR Drama, Crime, Thriller

A web of blackmail and murder attracts the attention of a barrister with a seemingly idyllic life, threatening to derail his career on the path of success.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.5 The Movie Database
7.7 IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Victim

Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Official Reissue Trailer
Victim (1961) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Top cast and crew

Basil Dearden Director
Dirk Bogarde Melville Farr
Sylvia Syms Laura Farr
Dennis Price Calloway
Anthony Nicholls Lord Charles Fullbrook
Peter Copley Paul Mandrake
Norman Bird Harold Doe
Peter McEnery Jack Barrett
Donald Churchill Eddy Stone
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Frequently asked questions about Victim

Where can I watch Victim in the United States?

Victim is available to stream on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Victim on HBO Max?

Yes. Victim is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel.

Can I watch Victim for free?

Not free in the United States right now. Victim needs a subscription to HBO Max and Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for Victim?

Victim scores 7.5 on The Movie Database and 7.7 on IMDb.

Who stars in Victim?

Victim stars Dirk Bogarde, Sylvia Syms, Dennis Price, Anthony Nicholls, and Peter Copley. Basil Dearden is the director.

How long is Victim?

Victim runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).

When did Victim come out?

Victim was released on August 1, 1961.

Which studio made Victim?

Victim was produced by Allied Film Makers and J. Arthur Rank Organisation in the United Kingdom.

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.

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