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The Hour of the Pig

The Hour of the Pig

The case is a dog. The defendant is a pig. And the law is an ass.

In medieval France, young lawyer Richard Courtois leaves Paris for the simpler life in the country. However, he is soon drawn into amorous and political intrigues. At the same time, he is pushed to defend a pig, owned by the mysterious gypsy Samira. The pig has been arrested for the murder of a young boy.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Hour of the Pig
  • Genres: Drama, History, Thriller, Crime, Romance, Mystery
  • Release Date: 1993-09-25
  • Runtime: 112 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (38 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $667
  • Production Companies: BBC Film, CiBy 2000
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.8508
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Colin Firth

Colin Firth

as Richard Courtois

Ian Holm

Ian Holm

as Albertus

Donald Pleasence

Donald Pleasence

as Pincheon

Amina Annabi

Amina Annabi

as Samira

Nicol Williamson

Nicol Williamson

as Seigneur Jehan d'Auferre

Michael Gough

Michael Gough

as Magistrate Boniface

Harriet Walter

Harriet Walter

as Jeannine Martin

Jim Carter

Jim Carter

as Mathieu

Lysette Anthony

Lysette Anthony

as Filette d'Auferre

Sophie Dix

Sophie Dix

as Maria

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

The Advocate Trailer (1993) - 35mm - Flat - Stereo - UHD

External Links

Keywords

court casechild murderanimal attackdark comedygothicwitchcraftdark agesfrench history

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hour of the Pig?

The Hour of the Pig is a Drama, History, Thriller, Crime, Romance, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1993-09-25.

Who are the main actors in The Hour of the Pig?

The main cast includes Colin Firth, Ian Holm, Donald Pleasence, Amina Annabi, Nicol Williamson, .

Where can I watch The Hour of the Pig online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Hour of the Pig is available.

Is The Hour of the Pig based on a true story?

The case is a dog. The defendant is a pig. And the law is an ass.

What is the IMDb rating of The Hour of the Pig?

The Hour of the Pig has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 38 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Hour of the Pig?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $667 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Hour of the Pig?

The soundtrack was composed by BBC Film, CiBy 2000. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Hour of the Pig filmed?

The Hour of the Pig was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Hour of the Pig?

The total runtime of The Hour of the Pig is 112 minutes.

Is The Hour of the Pig suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Hour of the Pig?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Hour of the Pig.

Does The Hour of the Pig have a post-credit scene?

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