Pretty Poison
Seen it?1968 | 89 min | Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (100% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans, anyone who likes to be kept guessing and romantics.
- The mood
- Tense, dark and gritty.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 29 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: expect violence.
- Made in 1968: an older pace and style.
A troubled arsonist spins a tale of espionage to a captivating girl, who becomes enthralled and entangled in his dangerous fantasies, leading to unexpected murder and chaos that change their lives forever.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$2 million worldwide on a $1 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 23K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Noel Black
- Anthony PerkinsDennis Pitt
- Tuesday WeldSue Ann Stepanek
- Beverly GarlandMrs. Stepanek
- John RandolphMorton Azenauer
- Dick O'NeillBud Munsch
- Clarice BlackburnMrs. Bronson
- Joseph BovaPete
- Ken KerchevalHarry Jackson
- Don FellowsDetective
- Parker FennellySam Joyals (uncredited)