The Pagan Madonna (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1980, The Pagan Madonna is a comedy and crime film directed by Gyula Mészáros, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. The unique statue of the ancient fertility goddess Demeter, known as the "Pagan Madonna" is stolen from the museum, located in a small town on Lake Balaton. At the same time seriously wounded a servant of the museum. The abduction of the museum's priceless statues of pure gold is investigated by the then young and inexperienced investigator Kardos and lieutenant "Droplet".
Who’s in it. The Pagan Madonna stars István Bujtor as Csöpi Ötvös, András Kern as Dr. Tibor Kardos, László Bánhidi as Matuska and Mária Goór Nagy as Zsuzsa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Pagan Madonna 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 Pagan Madonna page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pagan Madonna tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pagan Madonna (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pagan Madonna change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pagan Madonna worth watching?
- The Pagan Madonna holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pagan Madonna?
- The Pagan Madonna stars István Bujtor, András Kern, László Bánhidi, Mária Goór Nagy and Ferenc Kállai.
- When was The Pagan Madonna released?
- The Pagan Madonna was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.