Psycho (1960)

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Movie · 1960 · 1h 49m · Released · Rated R · Horror, Thriller, Mystery

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.

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Cast

  • Anthony Perkins as Norman Bates
  • Janet Leigh as Marion Crane
  • Vera Miles as Lila Crane
  • John Gavin as Sam Loomis
  • Martin Balsam as Milton Arbogast
  • John McIntire as Al Chambers
  • Simon Oakland as Fred Richman
  • Frank Albertson as Tom Cassidy
  • Patricia Hitchcock as Caroline
  • Vaughn Taylor as George Lowery

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BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a classic horror thriller that keeps you on edge from start to finish, Psycho is a must-watch. This 1960 film follows Marion Crane, a real estate clerk who steals money and ends up at the eerie Bates Motel, where the unsettling Norman Bates lives with his mysterious mother. The suspense builds slowly, with chilling performances from Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh that really draw you into the story. It’s perfect for anyone who loves a mix of mystery and psychological tension, and the atmosphere is so intense you’ll feel like you’re right there in the motel’s shadowy halls. At just under two hours, it’s a tight, gripping experience that fans of films like Memento or Mulholland Drive might appreciate for its clever storytelling and unforgettable moments.

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