Movie

The Scavengers

★ 7.9(11)19721h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Ermanno Olmi
Release date: 1972-11-05
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: Italian
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: Palumbo Produzioni

About The Scavengers

The Scavengers is a 1972 movie in the TV Movie and Drama genres, directed by Ermanno Olmi, starring Antonio Lunardi, Andreino Carli and Alessandra Micheletto. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.9/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Scavengers in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After World War II an Italian soldier returns to his hometown near the Alps and, unable to find a job, hooks up with a crotchety hermit who scavenges buried shells and bombs for scrap metal.

Cast

Antonio Lunardi

Il Vecchio Du

Andreino Carli

Gianni

Alessandra Micheletto

Elsa

Pietro Tolin

Marilena Rossi

Ivano Frigo

Oreste Costa

Mario Strazzabosco

Francesco Covolo

Mario Covolo

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Scavengers in Australia?+

The Scavengers is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Australia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Scavengers on Netflix?+

The Scavengers is not on Netflix in Australia right now.

How long is The Scavengers?+

The Scavengers has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in The Scavengers?+

The Scavengers stars Antonio Lunardi, Andreino Carli, Alessandra Micheletto, Pietro Tolin and Marilena Rossi.

When did The Scavengers come out?+

The Scavengers is a 1972 movie directed by Ermanno Olmi.

What genre is The Scavengers?+

The Scavengers is TV Movie and Drama film.

Who directed The Scavengers?+

The Scavengers was directed by Ermanno Olmi.