Witchhammer (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1970, Witchhammer is a thriller and drama film directed by Otakar Vávra, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A ruthless inquisitor spins the superstitions of local peasants into religious heresy, finding cause to accuse dozens of innocent men and women of witchcraft. The inquisitor targets nobles and merchants, whose property and goods are then confiscated. After suffering an array of medieval tortures, most of the accused confess—only to be burned alive at the stake as helpless villagers watch. With its bold and striking cinematography, the film captures scenes of both daring nudity and brutal torture.
Who’s in it. Witchhammer stars Vladimír Šmeral as Boblig, Elo Romančík as Lautner, Josef Kemr as Ignác and Soňa Valentová as Zuzana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Witchhammer has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Witchhammer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Witchhammer tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Witchhammer (1970)?
- In US, Witchhammer is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Witchhammer worth watching?
- Witchhammer holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Witchhammer?
- Witchhammer stars Vladimír Šmeral, Elo Romančík, Josef Kemr, Soňa Valentová and Blanka Waleská.
- When was Witchhammer released?
- Witchhammer was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.