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The Butcher

January 19, 1981 1h 44m 7.7/10 (25 votes)

Originally released in 1981. The Butcher is a drama/history film. directed by Franz Antel.

Starring Karl Merkatz, Alfred Böhm, and Sieghardt Rupp

Synopsis

A politically naive Viennese butcher manages to survive the Nazi occupation of Austria and the second world war.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 19, 1981 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
User Rating 7.7/10 Great (25 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country Austria Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Neue Delta Filmproduktion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Butcher about?

A politically naive Viennese butcher manages to survive the Nazi occupation of Austria and the second world war.

Who directed The Butcher?

The Butcher was directed by Franz Antel.

How long is The Butcher?

The Butcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was The Butcher released?

The Butcher was released on January 19, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Butcher?

The main cast of The Butcher includes Karl Merkatz, Alfred Böhm, Sieghardt Rupp, Gustav Knuth, Klausjürgen Wussow.