The Hour of the Pig
“The case is a dog. The defendant is a pig. And the law is an ass.”
Synopsis
In medieval France, young lawyer Richard Courtois leaves Paris for the simpler life in the country. However, he is soon drawn into amorous and political intrigues. At the same time, he is pushed to defend a pig, owned by the mysterious gypsy Samira. The pig has been arrested for the murder of a young boy.
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The Advocate Trailer (1993) - 35mm - Flat - Stereo - UHD
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-06-26
Top Cast
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Colin Firth
Richard Courtois
Ian Holm
Albertus
Donald Pleasence
Pincheon
Amina Annabi
Samira
Nicol Williamson
Seigneur Jehan d'Auferre
Michael Gough
Magistrate Boniface
Harriet Walter
Jeannine Martin
Jim Carter
Mathieu
Lysette Anthony
Filette d'Auferre
Sophie Dix
Maria
Vincent Grass
Bailiff Labatier
Elizabeth Spriggs
Madame Langlois
Raoul Delfosse
Blind Georges
Justin Chadwick
Gerard d'Auferre
Jean-Pierre Stewart
Sheriff
Emil Wolk
Print Seller
Dave Atkins
Valliere
François Lalande
Builder
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 24, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$667
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leslie Megahey
- Screenplay & Story
- Leslie Megahey
- Original Score
- Alexandre Desplat
- Original Title
- The Hour of the Pig
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Worldwide Gross
- $667
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, CiBy 2000
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leslie Megahey
Leslie Megahey
Alexandre Desplat
John Hooper
Isabelle Dedieu
David M. Thompson, Bob Weinstein, Harvey Weinstein, Jean-Claude Fleury, Claudine Sainderichin
Department Leadership Roster
Leslie Megahey
Director
Bruce Macadie
Production Design
Isabelle Dedieu
Editor
Anna Buruma
Costume Design
David M. Thompson
Producer
Alexandre Desplat
Original Music Composer
Leslie Megahey
Writer
John Hooper
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hour of the Pig
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What is The Hour of the Pig about?
In medieval France, young lawyer Richard Courtois leaves Paris for the simpler life in the country. However, he is soon drawn into amorous and political intrigues. At the same time, he is pushed to defend a pig, owned by the mysterious gypsy Samira. The pig has been arrested for the murder of a young boy.
Who directed The Hour of the Pig?
The Hour of the Pig was directed by Leslie Megahey.
Who stars in The Hour of the Pig?
The principal cast of The Hour of the Pig includes Colin Firth, Ian Holm, Donald Pleasence, Amina Annabi, Nicol Williamson.
When was The Hour of the Pig released and how long is it?
The Hour of the Pig was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
How much did The Hour of the Pig make at the box office?
The Hour of the Pig grossed $667 in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Hour of the Pig?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hour of the Pig was composed by Alexandre Desplat.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hour of the Pig?
The Hour of the Pig holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).