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Night Tide

Seen it?

1961 | 84 min | Romance, Mystery, Horror, Thriller

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (86% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no 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 anyone who likes to be kept guessing, romantics and horror fans. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Scary, warm and romantic.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 24 min.
What might put you off
  • Made in 1961: an older pace and style.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

A young sailor is enamored with a mysterious woman performing as a mermaid on the local pier. As their existences become entwined, he comes to suspect the woman might be a real mermaid who lures men to a watery death during the full moon.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    86% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.4 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Directed by Curtis Harrington

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  • Linda LawsonMora
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  • Luana AndersEllen Sands
  • Marjorie EatonMadame Romanovitch
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  • ChainoHead Bongo Player
  • Kirby AllanBongo player