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TMDB19681h 27mDrama / History / Horror

Witchfinder General

He'll hang, burn, and mutilate you. He's the… Witchfinder General

England, 1645. The cruel civil war between Royalists and Parliamentarians that is ravaging the country causes an era of chaos and legal arbitrariness that allows unscrupulous men to profit by exploiting the absurd superstitions of the peasants; like Matthew Hopkins, a monster disguised as a man who wanders from town to town offering his services as a witch hunter.

TMDB audience score

Based on 279 votes

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Witchfinder General at a glance

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Runtime

Short watch · 1h 27m

At 1h 27m it runs under 90 minutes.

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Genres

Drama · History · Horror

TMDB files it under drama, history, and horror.

US availability

7 subscriptions · 3 free

Included with 7 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, and 4 more. Free or ad-supported on YOW.tv, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.

TMDB audience score

6.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 279 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Witchfinder General tonight

  • It is a short one: 1h 27m, so it fits a late start.
  • It is included with Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, and 4 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 279 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Witchfinder General

Is Witchfinder General scary?
MyCinema has not rated Witchfinder General for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, history, and horror film. It is rated NR in the United States.
Where can I watch Witchfinder General in the US?
Witchfinder General streams on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, and 4 more and is free on YOW.tv, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Witchfinder General?
Witchfinder General runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
Is Witchfinder General suitable for kids?
Witchfinder General is rated NR in the United States. Check the rating's own guidance before showing it to children.

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