The Brutes (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1970, The Brutes is a thriller and drama film directed by Roger Fritz, running about 98 minutes. “Zwei Männer, ein Mädchen, eine verhängnisvolle lange Nacht” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On the edge of a big city on a go-kart track, Mike and Werner meet Alice and her friends. They like the girl. Mike manages to separate Alice from her group and get into the car with Werner. It had been decided to go to a lake with the others to take a bath at night. Too late Alice realizes that Mike and Werner did not drive to the agreed lake, but to a lonely gravel pit. The friends will not come anymore. And she realizes the intentions of her companions.
Who’s in it. The Brutes stars Helga Anders as Alice, Klaus Löwitsch as Werner, Arthur Brauss as Mike and Rolf Zacher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Brutes has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Brutes page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Brutes tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Brutes (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Brutes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Brutes worth watching?
- The Brutes holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Brutes?
- The Brutes stars Helga Anders, Klaus Löwitsch, Arthur Brauss, Rolf Zacher and Monika Zinnenberg.
- When was The Brutes released?
- The Brutes was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.