Deep Red (1975)
Kernel Score: 88% · 1,571 TMDB ratings · Rated R
Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 1975-03-07
Runtime: 127 minutes
Where to watch Deep Red
- Stream: MUBI, FlixFling, Eternal Family, Cineverse, Shudder Apple TV channel, Artiflix
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Darkroom, Fawesome, Fandango at Home, Pluto TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-11.
Overview
An English pianist living in Rome witnesses the brutal murder of his psychic neighbor. With the help of a tenacious young reporter, he tries to discover the killer using very unconventional methods. The two are soon drawn into a shocking web of dementia and violence.
Deep Red parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Deep Red is an R-rated giallo horror film with graphic murder and disturbing violence.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Reviews and genre describe brutal, graphic murders typical of Argento's giallo horror style.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Deep Red
If you liked Deep Red, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- The House with Laughing Windows (1976) — 81%
- Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) — 82%
- The Bird with the Crystal Plumage (1970) — 79%
- The Psychic (1977) — 77%
- Se7en (1995) — 92%
- Blow Out (1981) — 84%
- Juliet of the Spirits (1965) — 81%
- The Dead Zone (1983) — 80%
Director
Cast
- David Hemmings as Marcus Daly
- Daria Nicolodi as Gianna Brezzi
- Gabriele Lavia as Carlo
- Macha Méril as Helga Ulmann
- Eros Pagni as Supt. Calcabrini
- Giuliana Calandra as Amanda Righetti
- Piero Mazzinghi as Bardi
- Glauco Mauri as Prof. Giordani
- Clara Calamai as Marta
- Aldo Bonamano as Carlo's Father
Deep Red FAQ
Is Deep Red good?
Deep Red has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Deep Red?
In the US you can stream Deep Red on MUBI, FlixFling, Eternal Family, Cineverse, Shudder Apple TV channel and Artiflix, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Darkroom, Fawesome, Fandango at Home and Pluto TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Deep Red OK for kids?
Deep Red is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Deep Red is an R-rated giallo horror film with graphic murder and disturbing violence.
What movies are like Deep Red?
If you liked Deep Red, try The House with Laughing Windows, Don't Torture a Duckling, The Bird with the Crystal Plumage and The Psychic.