The Mechanical Butcher (1895): cast, story & where to watch
1895 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1895, The Mechanical Butcher is a comedy and science fiction film directed by Louis Lumière, running about 1 minutes.
What it’s about. A butcher puts a full-grown live pig into his large box-like machine. Moments later, he draws out a full range of pork products, many already packaged for sale.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Mechanical Butcher 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 Mechanical Butcher page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mechanical Butcher tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mechanical Butcher (1895)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mechanical Butcher change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Mechanical Butcher worth watching?
- The Mechanical Butcher holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Mechanical Butcher released?
- The Mechanical Butcher was released in 1895, with a runtime of about 1 minutes.