Haine (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1980, Haine is a thriller and drama film directed by Dominique Goult, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Klaus Kinski plays the role of a drifter on a motorcycle who happens to be passing through town immediately after a young school girl has been run over and killed by an unknown person on a motorcycle. The parents of the girl conspire to get rid of Kinski with the help of some of the locals including the town bully who recently had a run-in with Kinski in a pub over a woman. Kinski's only ally is the woman whose honor he tried to defend. Trapped in the town due to sabotage on his bike and a number of other incidents, Kinski soon realizes he is in real trouble.
Who’s in it. Haine stars Klaus Kinski as Le motard, Maria Schneider as Madeleine, Patrice Melennec as Le camionneur and Évelyne Bouix as La serveuse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Haine has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Haine page.
If you liked it. Fans of Haine tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Haine (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Haine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Haine worth watching?
- Haine holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Haine?
- Haine stars Klaus Kinski, Maria Schneider, Patrice Melennec, Évelyne Bouix and Katia Tchenko.
- When was Haine released?
- Haine was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.