Movie

The Legend of the Holy Drinker

★ 6.6(88)19882h 8m

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Good to know

Director: Ermanno Olmi
Release date: 1988-09-02
Runtime: 2h 8m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica

About The Legend of the Holy Drinker

The Legend of the Holy Drinker is a 1988 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Ermanno Olmi, starring Rutger Hauer, Anthony Quayle and Sandrine Dumas. It has a runtime of 2 hours 8 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 88 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Legend of the Holy Drinker in Austria — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Andreas Kartak, a homeless man living under the bridges of Paris, is lent 200 francs by a stranger as long as he promises to repay it to a local church when he can afford to. Kartak is determined to pay back his debt but circumstances, and his alcoholism, forever intervene.

Cast

Rutger Hauer

Andreas Kartak

Anthony Quayle

Distinguished Gentleman

Sandrine Dumas

Gaby

Dominique Pinon

Wojtech

Sophie Segalen

Karoline

Jean-Maurice Chanet

Daniel Kanjak

Cécile Paoli

Fur Store Seller

Francesco Aldighieri

Policeman

Joseph De Medina

Fat Man

Françoise Pinkwasser

Inn Woman

Joséphine Lecaille

Fat man's wife

Maria Mazzocco

Tari-Bari Owner

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Legend of the Holy Drinker in Austria?+

The Legend of the Holy Drinker is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Austria. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Legend of the Holy Drinker on Netflix?+

The Legend of the Holy Drinker is not on Netflix in Austria right now.

How long is The Legend of the Holy Drinker?+

The Legend of the Holy Drinker has a runtime of 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).

Who stars in The Legend of the Holy Drinker?+

The Legend of the Holy Drinker stars Rutger Hauer, Anthony Quayle, Sandrine Dumas, Dominique Pinon and Sophie Segalen.

When did The Legend of the Holy Drinker come out?+

The Legend of the Holy Drinker is a 1988 movie directed by Ermanno Olmi.

What genre is The Legend of the Holy Drinker?+

The Legend of the Holy Drinker is Drama film.

Who directed The Legend of the Holy Drinker?+

The Legend of the Holy Drinker was directed by Ermanno Olmi.