September Wheat (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1980, September Wheat is a documentary film directed by Peter Krieg, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. This documentary questions the uses and abuses of food commodities is concerned. The statements of farmers, scientists, traders, and speculators, as well as manufacturers and politicians are assembled to create a comprehensive view of the factors that determined how wheat was cultivated in the United States and how related markets functioned as the 1980s begun. The film takes its title from the wheat futures or contracts used in commodity market transactions, where the contract months include September.

Who’s in it. September Wheat stars Ilse Böttcher as Narrator (voice), Eleonor Holder as Narrator (voice), Rolf Klein as Narrator (voice) and Berthold Korner as Narrator (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, September Wheat 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 September Wheat page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch September Wheat (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for September Wheat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is September Wheat worth watching?
September Wheat holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in September Wheat?
September Wheat stars Ilse Böttcher, Eleonor Holder, Rolf Klein, Berthold Korner and Klaus Kreuleidies.
When was September Wheat released?
September Wheat was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.