The Butcher
An outstanding new film by one of France's leading directors.
19701h 33m7.1(289 votes)
ThrillerCrimeDrama
Synopsis
An unlikely friendship between a dour, working class butcher and a repressed schoolteacher coincides with a grisly series of Ripper-type murders in a provincial French town.
The Butcher (1970) is a thriller, crime, and drama film directed by Claude Chabrol. It stars Stéphane Audran, Jean Yanne, and Roger Rudel. The film runs for 1 hour 33 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.1 out of 10 from 289 votes.
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Director
Cast
Stéphane Audran
Hélène Davile, aka 'Mlle Hélène'
Jean Yanne
Paul Thomas, aka 'Popaul'
Roger Rudel
Commissioner Grumbach
Antonio Passalia
Angelo
Mario Beccara
Léon Hamel
William Guérault
Charles
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Butcher
Where can I watch The Butcher?
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Who stars in The Butcher?
The Butcher stars Stéphane Audran, Jean Yanne, Roger Rudel, and Antonio Passalia, and was directed by Claude Chabrol.
How long is The Butcher?
The Butcher has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes.
When did The Butcher come out?
The Butcher was released in 1970.
What genre is The Butcher?
The Butcher is a thriller, crime, and drama film.
Is The Butcher worth watching?
The Butcher holds an average audience score of 7.1 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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