The Hangman (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1983, The Hangman is a drama film directed by Magne Bleness, running about 65 minutes.
What it’s about. We follow the last days of an old officer and his housemaid as fear of death, hell and superstition cloud over the mind of the man as he has to sell a sinister ancient wooden figure or his soul will not be saved.
Who’s in it. The Hangman stars Knut Wigert as Oberst Christopher Toll and Birgitte Victoria Svendsen as Maria.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Hangman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hangman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hangman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hangman (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hangman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hangman worth watching?
- The Hangman holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Hangman?
- The Hangman stars Knut Wigert and Birgitte Victoria Svendsen.
- When was The Hangman released?
- The Hangman was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.