Movie

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu

“A black comedy with serious side effects.”

★ 7.3(197)20052h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Cristi Puiu
Release date: 2005-05-27
Runtime: 2h 34m
Language: Romanian
Box office: $216,000
Budget: $390,000
Status: Released
Country: Romania
Studio: Mandragora

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu — trailer

About The Death of Mr. Lazarescu

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu is a 2005 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Cristi Puiu, starring Ion Fiscuteanu, Luminița Gheorghiu and Doru Ana. It has a runtime of 2 hours 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 197 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Death of Mr. Lazarescu in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After suffering terrible headaches and stomach cramps, Mr. Lăzărescu, a lonely 63 year-old man, calls for an ambulance, beginning one man’s hellish journey through Bucharest hospitals in search of proper medical care. As the night unfolds, his health starts to deteriorate fast.

Cast

Ion Fiscuteanu

Mr. Lăzărescu

Luminița Gheorghiu

Mioara Avram

Doru Ana

Sandu Sterian

Monica Bîrlădeanu

Mariana

Alina Berzunțeanu

Dr. Zamfir

Alexandru Potocean

Stretcher-bearer, Bagdasar Hospital

Dana Dogaru

MIhaela Sterian

Florin Zamfirescu

Dr. Ardelean

Dragoș Bucur

Mișu

Mimi Brănescu

Doctor Mirică

Dan Chiriac

Trial Medic at University Hospital

Dorian Boguță

Paramedic

Themes & keywords

ambulancealcoholdark comedymelancholyhospitalundressingparamedicromanian new wave

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Death of Mr. Lazarescu in South Africa?+

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Death of Mr. Lazarescu on Netflix?+

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?+

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu has a runtime of 2 hours 34 minutes (154 minutes).

Who stars in The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?+

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu stars Ion Fiscuteanu, Luminița Gheorghiu, Doru Ana, Monica Bîrlădeanu and Alina Berzunțeanu.

When did The Death of Mr. Lazarescu come out?+

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu is a 2005 movie directed by Cristi Puiu.

What genre is The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?+

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed The Death of Mr. Lazarescu?+

The Death of Mr. Lazarescu was directed by Cristi Puiu.