Butterfly (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.8

Released in 1972, Butterfly is a fantasy and animation film directed by Andrey Khrzhanovsky, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is devoted to the theme of careful attitude to the nature. It tells us how one of butterflies which are caught by the boy, grows till the huge sizes and the hunter appears in the net. Having tested bondage, the boy lets out the captives.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Butterfly has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Butterfly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Butterfly tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Butterfly (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Butterfly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Butterfly worth watching?
- Butterfly holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Butterfly released?
- Butterfly was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.
