Vertigo
"Alfred Hitchcock engulfs you in a whirlpool of terror and tension!"
Originally released in 1958. Vertigo is a mystery/romance film. directed by Alfred Hitchcock. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring James Stewart, Kim Novak, and Barbara Bel Geddes
Synopsis
A retired San Francisco detective suffering from acrophobia investigates the strange activities of an old friend's wife, all the while becoming dangerously obsessed with her.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 9, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
8.2/10
Excellent (6,163 votes)
Budget
$2.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$7.8M
3.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
James Stewart
as Det. John 'Scottie' Ferguson
Kim Novak
as Madeleine Elster / Judy Barton
Barbara Bel Geddes
as Marjorie 'Midge' Wood
Tom Helmore
as Gavin Elster
Henry Jones
as Coroner
Raymond Bailey
as Scottie's Doctor
Ellen Corby
as Manager of McKittrick Hotel
Konstantin Shayne
as Pop Leibel
Lee Patrick
as Car Owner Mistaken for Madeleine
Bess Flowers
as Diner at Ernie's (uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,479,000
- Revenue
- $7,808,900
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
- Alfred J. Hitchcock Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vertigo about?
A retired San Francisco detective suffering from acrophobia investigates the strange activities of an old friend's wife, all the while becoming dangerously obsessed with her.
Who directed Vertigo?
Vertigo was directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
How long is Vertigo?
Vertigo has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was Vertigo released?
Vertigo was released on May 9, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Vertigo?
The main cast of Vertigo includes James Stewart, Kim Novak, Barbara Bel Geddes, Tom Helmore, Henry Jones.
Is Vertigo worth watching?
Vertigo has a user rating of 8.2/10 based on 6,163 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.