A family curse marked by a mysterious red circle leads to generations of blackmail and murder.
THE RED CIRCLE
A strange, red circle appears on the neck of a man saved from the guillotine. What is its mysterious meaning? Tragically, it turns out to be something of a family curse, as each generation thereafter bears the same sign, which in turn leads to blackmail and murder.
The Red Circle is a 1960 Danish crime, drama, and thriller film directed by Jürgen Roland about a family cursed with a mysterious red mark that entangles them in blackmail and murder.
The SassyFlix Take
Proof that a birthmark can really ruin your week—and your family tree.
Why Cult
The plot pivots on a mysterious red circle, a hereditary mark that spells doom and draws its bearers into crime.
This neo-noir thriller channels the spirit of giallo with its shadowy intrigues, masked burglars, and criminal conspiracies.
Co-written by Edgar Wallace, the script brings classic British crime suspense to the continental screen.
From nightclubs to prisoner transports, the film weaves a tapestry of organized crime, corrupt guards, and double-crosses.
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What is The Red Circle about? +
The Red Circle follows a family marked by a mysterious red circle on their necks, leading to generations of blackmail and murder.
When was The Red Circle released? +
The Red Circle was released in 1960.
Who directed The Red Circle? +
The Red Circle was directed by Jürgen Roland.
How long is The Red Circle? +
The Red Circle has a runtime of 90 minutes.
What genre is The Red Circle? +
The Red Circle is a crime, drama, and thriller film.
Where can I watch The Red Circle? +
The Red Circle is available to stream on SassyFlix.