The Severed Heads (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1957, The Severed Heads is a fantasy film directed by Alejandro Jodorowsky, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. A short mime adaptation of a Thomas Mann story about a Parisian urchin who makes her living selling human heads. Lost for nearly 50 years, the movie was found in 2006 by the son of Ruth Michelly and Saul Gilbert when he found it in his mom's attic in Munich.
Who’s in it. The Severed Heads stars Denise Brossot, Rolande Polya, Alejandro Jodorowsky and Saul Gilbert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Severed Heads 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 Severed Heads page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Severed Heads tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Severed Heads (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Severed Heads change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Severed Heads worth watching?
- The Severed Heads holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Severed Heads?
- The Severed Heads stars Denise Brossot, Rolande Polya, Alejandro Jodorowsky, Saul Gilbert and Ruth Michelly.
- When was The Severed Heads released?
- The Severed Heads was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.