The Kettle-Drum (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1973, The Kettle-Drum is an animation film directed by Todor Dinov, running about 7 minutes.
What it’s about. An artist's hand tries to draw a drummer with various tools and techniques, but he cannot do it for some reason. Finally he pinches his index finger and draws the drummer with his red blood. The drummer starts hitting the drum and the artist tries to erase it with no success. At the end the artist's hand remains white and motionless while the blood-drawn drummer keeps drumming.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Kettle-Drum 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 Kettle-Drum page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kettle-Drum tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kettle-Drum (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kettle-Drum change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Kettle-Drum worth watching?
- The Kettle-Drum holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Kettle-Drum released?
- The Kettle-Drum was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 7 minutes.