The Embalmer (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2002, The Embalmer is a drama and romance film directed by Matteo Garrone, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. Peppino is an aging taxidermist constantly ridiculed for being short and somewhat creepy. He meets Valerio, a handsome young man fascinated by Peppino's work. Peppino, in turn, becomes entranced by Valerio and offers him a large salary to come work as his assistant. But when Valerio meets Deborah, their fledgling romance is threatened by an insanely jealous third wheel.
Who’s in it. The Embalmer stars Ernesto Mahieux as Peppino Profeta, Valerio Foglia Manzillo as Valerio, Elisabetta Rocchetti as Deborah and Lina Bernardi as Deborah's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Embalmer has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $384.3K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Embalmer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Embalmer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Embalmer (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Embalmer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Embalmer worth watching?
- The Embalmer holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Embalmer?
- The Embalmer stars Ernesto Mahieux, Valerio Foglia Manzillo, Elisabetta Rocchetti, Lina Bernardi and Pietro Biondi.
- When was The Embalmer released?
- The Embalmer was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.