Greta, the Mad Butcher movie poster

Greta, the Mad Butcher

"Once commited to her care, You'll be too terrified to die!.. You'll choke with fear!.. Recoil in horror from her unleashed fury!.."

January 21, 1977 1h 25m 4.6/10 (82 votes)

Originally released in 1977. Greta, the Mad Butcher is a horror/drama film. directed by Jesús Franco. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Dyanne Thorne, Tania Busselier, and Lina Romay

Synopsis

A young woman feigns illness in order to infiltrate a mental hospital, where she investigates the disappearance of her sister, a former patient. Meanwhile, the hospital warden and her attendants abuse and torture their charges, forcing them to star in cheap skinflicks.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 21, 1977 49 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
User Rating 4.6/10 Mixed (82 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country Canada + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Cinépix Film Properties (CFP)
  • Elite Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Greta, the Mad Butcher about?

A young woman feigns illness in order to infiltrate a mental hospital, where she investigates the disappearance of her sister, a former patient. Meanwhile, the hospital warden and her attendants ab...

Who directed Greta, the Mad Butcher?

Greta, the Mad Butcher was directed by Jesús Franco.

How long is Greta, the Mad Butcher?

Greta, the Mad Butcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was Greta, the Mad Butcher released?

Greta, the Mad Butcher was released on January 21, 1977 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Greta, the Mad Butcher?

The main cast of Greta, the Mad Butcher includes Dyanne Thorne, Tania Busselier, Lina Romay, Eric Falk, Angela Ritschard.