Cape Fear

1h 46m · 1962 · Directed by J. Lee Thompson · 3.9 / 5 on Letterboxd

Cape Fear (1962) runs 1h 46m, directed by J. Lee Thompson. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

Sam Bowden witnesses a rape committed by Max Cady and testifies against him. When released after 8 years in prison, Cady begins stalking Bowden and his family but is always clever enough not to violate the law.

Genres: Thriller, Drama, Crime

Where to watch: Prime Video (US, checked 9 July 2026)