Movie

The Hour of the Pig

“The case is a dog. The defendant is a pig. And the law is an ass.”

★ 6.2(44)19931h 52m

Drama History Thriller Crime Romance Mystery

The Hour of the Pig is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies in Austria. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Director: Leslie Megahey
Release date: 1993-09-25
Runtime: 1h 52m
Language: English
Box office: $667
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC Film

The Hour of the Pig — trailer

About The Hour of the Pig

The Hour of the Pig is a 1993 movie in the Drama, History and Thriller genres, directed by Leslie Megahey, starring Colin Firth, Ian Holm and Donald Pleasence. It has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 44 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Hour of the Pig in Austria — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In medieval France, young lawyer Richard Courtois leaves Paris for the simpler life in the country. However, he is soon drawn into amorous and political intrigues. At the same time, he is pushed to defend a pig, owned by the mysterious gypsy Samira. The pig has been arrested for the murder of a young boy.

Cast

Colin Firth

Richard Courtois

Ian Holm

Albertus

Donald Pleasence

Pincheon

Amina Annabi

Samira

Nicol Williamson

Seigneur Jehan d'Auferre

Michael Gough

Magistrate Boniface

Harriet Walter

Jeannine Martin

Jim Carter

Mathieu

Lysette Anthony

Filette d'Auferre

Sophie Dix

Maria

Vincent Grass

Bailiff Labatier

Elizabeth Spriggs

Madame Langlois

Themes & keywords

court casechild murderanimal attackdark comedygothicwitchcraftdark agesfrench history

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Hour of the Pig in Austria?+

In Austria, The Hour of the Pig is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Hour of the Pig on Netflix?+

The Hour of the Pig is not on Netflix in Austria right now.

How long is The Hour of the Pig?+

The Hour of the Pig has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).

Who stars in The Hour of the Pig?+

The Hour of the Pig stars Colin Firth, Ian Holm, Donald Pleasence, Amina Annabi and Nicol Williamson.

When did The Hour of the Pig come out?+

The Hour of the Pig is a 1993 movie directed by Leslie Megahey.

What genre is The Hour of the Pig?+

The Hour of the Pig is Drama, History, Thriller, Crime, Romance and Mystery film.

Who directed The Hour of the Pig?+

The Hour of the Pig was directed by Leslie Megahey.