The Amputee (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1974, The Amputee is a drama film directed by David Lynch, running about 5 minutes.
What it’s about. A double leg amputated woman sits and writes a long meandering letter while her ineffective nurse attempts to attend to her stumps.
Who’s in it. The Amputee stars Catherine E. Coulson as Woman and David Lynch as Nurse.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Amputee has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Amputee page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Amputee tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Amputee (1974)?
- In US, The Amputee is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Amputee worth watching?
- The Amputee holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Amputee?
- The Amputee stars Catherine E. Coulson and David Lynch.
- When was The Amputee released?
- The Amputee was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 5 minutes.