Death Watch
"She's the target of every eye… including eyes only science could create."
Originally released in 1980. Death Watch is a drama/science fiction film. directed by Bertrand Tavernier. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Romy Schneider, Harvey Keitel, and Harry Dean Stanton
Synopsis
In a future world where the disease has been finally defeated and everything can be sold, even the crude spectacle of death, the rare case of a dying woman becomes the morbid theme of a revolutionary reality show, broadcast through the curious eyes of a peculiar camera.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 23, 1980
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 11m
131 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (110 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Romy Schneider
as Katherine Mortenhoe
Harvey Keitel
as Roddy
Harry Dean Stanton
as Vincent Ferriman
Thérèse Liotard
as Tracey
Max von Sydow
as Gerald Mortenhoe
Caroline Langrishe
as Girl in the Bar
William Russell
as Dr. Mason
Vadim Glowna
as Harry Graves
Eva Maria Meineke
as Dr. Klausen
Bernhard Wicki
as Katherine's Dad
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- TV13
- Gaumont International
- Little Bear
- Sara Films
- SFP
- Selta Films
- Antenne 2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Death Watch about?
In a future world where the disease has been finally defeated and everything can be sold, even the crude spectacle of death, the rare case of a dying woman becomes the morbid theme of a revolutiona...
Who directed Death Watch?
Death Watch was directed by Bertrand Tavernier.
How long is Death Watch?
Death Watch has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
When was Death Watch released?
Death Watch was released on January 23, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Death Watch?
The main cast of Death Watch includes Romy Schneider, Harvey Keitel, Harry Dean Stanton, Thérèse Liotard, Max von Sydow.
Is Death Watch worth watching?
Death Watch has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 110 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.