The Butcher
Le Boucher
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.
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Clip from Le Boucher - Chabrol
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Frequently asked questions about The Butcher
Where can I watch The Butcher in the United States?
The Butcher is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The Butcher?
The Butcher scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Butcher?
The Butcher stars Stéphane Audran, Jean Yanne, Roger Rudel, Antonio Passalia, and Mario Beccara. Claude Chabrol is the director.
How long is The Butcher?
The Butcher runs 1h 33m (93 minutes).
When did The Butcher come out?
The Butcher was released on February 27, 1970.
Which studio made The Butcher?
The Butcher was produced by Les Films La Boétie and Euro International Films in France and Italy.
What language is The Butcher in?
The Butcher is in French, and its original title is Le Boucher.
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