The Witching Hour (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 4.4

The Witching Hour poster

Released in 1985, The Witching Hour is a drama and romance film directed by Jaime de Armiñán, running about 106 minutes.

What it’s about. César and Pilar tour the Spanish countryside with their bus, showing films and doing magic spectacles in small villages. In one of these trips they find Saga, a beautiful young woman who starts to travel with them and changes their lives in unexpected ways.

Who’s in it. The Witching Hour stars Francisco Rabal as Cesar, Concha Velasco as Pilar, Victoria Abril as Saga and Sancho Gracia as Rubén Blázquez y Delgado de Aguilera, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, The Witching Hour 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 Witching Hour page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Witching Hour (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Witching Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Witching Hour worth watching?
The Witching Hour holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Witching Hour?
The Witching Hour stars Francisco Rabal, Concha Velasco, Victoria Abril, Sancho Gracia and Asunción Balaguer.
When was The Witching Hour released?
The Witching Hour was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.