The Executioner(1963)
An original and brilliant movie
Synopsis
An undertaker gets married to an old executioner's daughter and, although he doesn't like it, must continue the profession of his father-in-law after his retirement.
Directed by Luis García Berlanga
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Cast
Nino Manfredi
José Luis Rodríguez, el enterrador
Emma Penella
Carmen, la hija de Amadeo
José Isbert
Amadeo, el verdugo
José Luis López Vázquez
Antonio Rodríguez, el hermano mayor de José Luis
Ángel Álvarez
Álvarez, el enterrador
Guido Alberti
Director de la prisión
Julia Caba Alba
Mujer visitante de la obra nº 2
María Luisa Ponte
Estefanía, esposa de Antonio
María Isbert
Ignacia, esposa de Álvarez
Erasmo Pascual
San Martín
Xan das Bolas
Guarda de la obra
José Orjas
Marqués
José María Prada
Vigilante con botella de champán
Félix Fernández
Organista
Antonio Ferrandis
Funcionario de prisiones
Lola Gaos
Mujer visitante de la obra nº 3
Santiago Ontañón
Sr. Corcuera, el académico
Alfredo Landa
Sacristán
The Executioner — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Executioner?+
The Executioner is available to stream on Britbox Apple TV channel, Criterion Channel, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did The Executioner come out?+
The Executioner was released in 1963.
How long is The Executioner?+
The Executioner runs for 91 minutes (1 hour and 31 minutes).
Who directed The Executioner?+
The Executioner was directed by Luis García Berlanga.
Who stars in The Executioner?+
The Executioner stars Nino Manfredi, Emma Penella, José Isbert, José Luis López Vázquez and Ángel Álvarez.
Is The Executioner worth watching?+
The Executioner holds a 7.6/10 rating from 199 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of comedy and drama.
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