The Salamander (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1981, The Salamander is a thriller film directed by Peter Zinner, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. An Italian policeman investigates a series of murders involving people in prominent positions. Left behind at each murder scene is a drawing of a salamander. The policeman begins to suspect these murders are linked to a plot to seize control of the government.
Who’s in it. The Salamander stars Franco Nero as Carabinieri Colonel Dante Matucci, Anthony Quinn as Bruno Manzini, Martin Balsam as Captain Steffanelli and Claudia Cardinale as Elena Leporello, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Salamander has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Salamander page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Salamander tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Salamander (1981)?
- In US, The Salamander is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Salamander worth watching?
- The Salamander holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Salamander?
- The Salamander stars Franco Nero, Anthony Quinn, Martin Balsam, Claudia Cardinale and Sybil Danning.
- When was The Salamander released?
- The Salamander was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.