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The Butcher

February 27, 1970 1h 33m 7.1/10 (259 votes)

Originally released in 1970. The Butcher is a thriller/crime film. directed by Claude Chabrol.

Starring Stéphane Audran, Jean Yanne, and Roger Rudel

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 27, 1970 55 years ago
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Runtime 1h 33m 93 minutes total
User Rating 7.1/10 Great (259 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Les Films La Boétie
  • Euro International Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Butcher about?

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.

Who directed The Butcher?

The Butcher was directed by Claude Chabrol.

How long is The Butcher?

The Butcher has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).

When was The Butcher released?

The Butcher was released on February 27, 1970 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Butcher?

The main cast of The Butcher includes Stéphane Audran, Jean Yanne, Roger Rudel, Antonio Passalia, Mario Beccara.

Is The Butcher worth watching?

The Butcher has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 259 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.