Bödeln (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1965, Bödeln is a drama film directed by Bengt Lagerkvist, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. "The Hangman" - The events take place in two periods of time. In the Middle Ages a group of men sit and discuss the evil at the tavern. With the hangman close by. 1930s: a dance hall where many people gathered. A jazz orchestra of colored musicians entertain. When the musicians take a break to eat, they are denied this by a Nazi.
Who’s in it. Bödeln stars Erik Hell as The Hangman, John Elfström, Oscar Ljung and Per Oscarsson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bödeln 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 Bödeln page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bödeln tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bödeln (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bödeln change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bödeln worth watching?
- Bödeln holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bödeln?
- Bödeln stars Erik Hell, John Elfström, Oscar Ljung, Per Oscarsson and Ove Tjernberg.
- When was Bödeln released?
- Bödeln was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.