Special Treatment (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1980, Special Treatment is a drama film directed by Goran Paskaljević, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Dr. Ilic works in the hospital for compulsory treatment of alcoholics. By conducting his own "special treatment" through physical exercises, apple eating, the healing effects of listening to Wagner's music and psychodrama, a group of six patients have been taken to visit the brewery where there is a problem of alcoholism in the workplace.
Who’s in it. Special Treatment stars Ljuba Tadić as Dr. Ilić, Danilo 'Bata' Stojković as Steva, Dušica Žegarac as Jelena and Milena Dravić as Kaća, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Special Treatment has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Special Treatment page.
If you liked it. Fans of Special Treatment tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Special Treatment (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Special Treatment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Special Treatment worth watching?
- Special Treatment holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Special Treatment?
- Special Treatment stars Ljuba Tadić, Danilo 'Bata' Stojković, Dušica Žegarac, Milena Dravić and Milan Srdoč.
- When was Special Treatment released?
- Special Treatment was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.