The Hunt (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1964, The Hunt is a drama film directed by Manoel de Oliveira, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. Two friends decide to go hunting but without guns, so that no accident will happen. As they stroll and talk, one of them falls into a hole in a hidden marshland. His friend runs away, and manages to gather a number of men that were in the vicinity. They form a human chain to pull the victim out, but their affliction mounts, as they have no strategy for doing it, and they can't understand each other.
Who’s in it. The Hunt stars António Rodrigues Sousa as José, João Rocha Almeida as Roberto, Albino Freitas as Sapateiro, shoe-maker and Manuel De Sá as Maneta, one-handed man.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Hunt has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hunt page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hunt tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hunt (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hunt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hunt worth watching?
- The Hunt holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hunt?
- The Hunt stars António Rodrigues Sousa, João Rocha Almeida, Albino Freitas and Manuel De Sá.
- When was The Hunt released?
- The Hunt was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.