Movie

The Praying Mantis

★ 7.3(3)20011h 33m

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Director: Paul Harather
Release date: 2001-03-08
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: Austria
Studio: ORF

About The Praying Mantis

The Praying Mantis is a 2001 movie in the Thriller and Comedy genres, directed by Paul Harather, starring Christiane Hörbiger, Udo Kier and Jan Niklas. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Praying Mantis in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Trixi Jancik leads a risky double life. At home, she is an obedient housewife. But when she puts on a disguise and goes to the racetrack to indulge in her secret passion, she catches a glimpse of a better life. Although she blows her grocery money, she has tasted the kind of luxury she can normally only dream about. A minor squabble at home brings the situation to a head and marks a turning point in her life: Trixi fixes her husband a lethal cocktail of pills.

Cast

Christiane Hörbiger

Beatrix 'Trixi' Jancik / Schernthaler

Udo Kier

Julius Quellenreich

Jan Niklas

Ulrich Stein

Peter Faerber

Karli

Ursula Koban

Isi Köcker

Simon Schwarz

Heli Jancik

Klaus Ofczarek

Siggi

Gerhard Ernst

Wolfgang Schernthaler

Tanja Petrovsky

Gabi Jancik

Peter Hugo

Charles

Rainer Egger

Spieler

Margarethe Tiesel

Mutter im Stiegenhaus

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Praying Mantis in Mexico?+

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

Is The Praying Mantis on Netflix?+

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How long is The Praying Mantis?+

The Praying Mantis has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in The Praying Mantis?+

The Praying Mantis stars Christiane Hörbiger, Udo Kier, Jan Niklas, Peter Faerber and Ursula Koban.

When did The Praying Mantis come out?+

The Praying Mantis is a 2001 movie directed by Paul Harather.

What genre is The Praying Mantis?+

The Praying Mantis is Thriller and Comedy film.

Who directed The Praying Mantis?+

The Praying Mantis was directed by Paul Harather.