Cardillac (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1970, Cardillac is a drama and crime film directed by Edgar Reitz, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a gold smith who is so obsessed with his own craft that he murders his customers.
Who’s in it. Cardillac stars Hans Christian Blech as Cardillac, Catana Cayetano as Madelon, Rolf Becker as Olivier and Liane Hielscher as Liane S., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Cardillac 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 Cardillac page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cardillac tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cardillac (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cardillac change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cardillac worth watching?
- Cardillac holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cardillac?
- Cardillac stars Hans Christian Blech, Catana Cayetano, Rolf Becker, Liane Hielscher and Werner Leschhorn.
- When was Cardillac released?
- Cardillac was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.
