Psycho movie poster

Psycho

"A new and altogether different screen excitement!"

June 22, 1960 1h 49m 8.4/10 (10,723 votes)

Originally released in 1960. Psycho is a horror/thriller film. directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

Starring Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, and Vera Miles

Synopsis

When larcenous real estate clerk Marion Crane goes on the lam with a wad of cash and hopes of starting a new life, she ends up at the notorious Bates Motel, where manager Norman Bates cares for his housebound mother.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 22, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 1h 49m 109 minutes total
User Rating 8.4/10 Excellent (10,723 votes)
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Budget $806.9K Production budget
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Box Office $50M 62.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$806,947
Revenue
$50,048,065

Production Companies

  • Shamley Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Psycho about?

When larcenous real estate clerk Marion Crane goes on the lam with a wad of cash and hopes of starting a new life, she ends up at the notorious Bates Motel, where manager Norman Bates cares for his...

Who directed Psycho?

Psycho was directed by Alfred Hitchcock.

How long is Psycho?

Psycho has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).

When was Psycho released?

Psycho was released on June 22, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Psycho?

The main cast of Psycho includes Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, John Gavin, Martin Balsam.

Is Psycho worth watching?

Psycho has a user rating of 8.4/10 based on 10,723 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.