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The Hash Tree (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 2

The Hash Tree poster

Released in 1973, The Hash Tree is a drama film directed by Klaus Hoffmeyer, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. An uptight, confused man lives with his wife and maid next to a big tree. He suspects people live up in the tree when he keeps finding various items and trash under the tree. The government appointed street cleaner doesn't do much, except occasionally take trashy people off the street and into the garbage. He suspects the maid of stealing food and sexual perversions, and the police precinct is literally a farm with insane cops imprisoning lamps and horses.

Who’s in it. The Hash Tree stars Jørgen Ryg as Benesen, Charlotte Vøhtz as Fru Benesen, Jytte Abildstrøm as Frk. Jensen, husholderske and Ulrich Krenchel as Mahaghandi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Hash Tree has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hash Tree page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Hash Tree tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Hash Tree (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hash Tree change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Hash Tree worth watching?
The Hash Tree holds an audience score of 2.0 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 Hash Tree?
The Hash Tree stars Jørgen Ryg, Charlotte Vøhtz, Jytte Abildstrøm, Ulrich Krenchel and Paul Møller.
When was The Hash Tree released?
The Hash Tree was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.