The Unsewing Machine (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1986, The Unsewing Machine is a comedy and thriller film directed by Jean-Pierre Mocky, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. The insane Doctor Enger is obsessed with his plan to build a hospital to cure blind children, and goes on a killing and kidnapping spree with the police in pursuit.
Who’s in it. The Unsewing Machine stars Jean-Pierre Mocky as Ralph Enger, Patricia Barzyk as Liliane, Françoise Michaud as Betty and Pierre Semmler as Steff Muller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Unsewing Machine has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Unsewing Machine page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Unsewing Machine tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Unsewing Machine (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Unsewing Machine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Unsewing Machine worth watching?
- The Unsewing Machine holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Unsewing Machine?
- The Unsewing Machine stars Jean-Pierre Mocky, Patricia Barzyk, Françoise Michaud, Pierre Semmler and Jean Abeillé.
- When was The Unsewing Machine released?
- The Unsewing Machine was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.