The Necrophile (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 2004, The Necrophile is a drama, horror and mystery film directed by Philippe Barassat, running about 38 minutes.

What it’s about. A story of a very ordinary man who just happens to be necrophile. (He is also like to eat cockroaches.) Problems begins when his pretty orphan cousin came to live with him...

Who’s in it. The Necrophile stars Freddy Bournane as M. Montaldo, Ilona Szabo as La petite fille, Mohammed Aamoun as Le jeune garçon and Jenny Bel'Air as La concierge, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Necrophile 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 Necrophile page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Necrophile tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Necrophile (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Necrophile change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Necrophile worth watching?
The Necrophile holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Necrophile?
The Necrophile stars Freddy Bournane, Ilona Szabo, Mohammed Aamoun, Jenny Bel'Air and Sissi Duparc.
When was The Necrophile released?
The Necrophile was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 38 minutes.