Psycho Movie Script

PSYCHO..JOSEPH STAFANO..REV 12-7-59

Psycho (1960) is the Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece that redefined the horror and thriller genres. Written by Joseph Stefano from Robert Bloch’s novel, the film stars Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, and John Gavin. The story follows Marion Crane, who steals a large sum of money and checks into the remote Bates Motel, run by the soft-spoken yet deeply troubled Norman Bates. What unfolds is one of cinema’s most shocking and influential tales of identity, obsession, and murder. The screenplay is celebrated for its precision, subtext, and revolutionary structure, particularly its famous midpoint twist that forever changed Hollywood storytelling.

This collector’s edition reprint of the Psycho screenplay is a must-have for students of film, writing, and direction. Its meticulous formatting and readability make it a valuable tool for dissecting dialogue rhythm, suspense-building techniques, and visual storytelling.

Perfect addition for film historians, collectors, and Hitchcock enthusiasts.

Product Details:

• Professionally formatted Psycho screenplay

• Available as a downloadable PDF (delivered within 1–3 business days) or as a printed copy shipped via USPS

• Industry-standard screenplay layout for academic study, collection, or display

• Professional reprint formatted edition used in production development

• Ideal for screenwriters, directors, cinematographers, and film history students

Shipping & Delivery:

• PDF orders: Delivered by email within 1–3 business days

• Printed copies: Shipped securely via USPS Ground or USPS Priority Mail with tracking included

Disclaimer:
This is a collector’s reproduction of the original screenplay, provided for personal study, research, or collection purposes. It is not an original production-used script and does not grant performance rights.