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The Death King

1990, German. Directed by Jörg Buttgereit.

Seven episodes, each taking place on a different day of the week, on the theme of suicide and violent death.

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Runtime
1h 20m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
German
Rated
NC-17

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.3/10 from 83 TMDB viewer ratings.

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The Death King is streaming on ARROW in India.

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Released
25 January 1990
Original title
Der Todesking
Country
Germany
Written by
Franz Rodenkirchen, Jörg Buttgereit
depressionsuicideskeletonlife and deathsadismsuffocationrevelationgorecastrationanthologypessimismcryingbrutalitymutilation

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Is The Death King worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 83 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The Death King?

The Death King runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).

Does The Death King have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for The Death King. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

The Death King parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

The Death King is rated NC-17 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is The Death King on?

The Death King is streaming on ARROW in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Death King?

If you liked The Death King, try Antichrist, The Woman, The House That Jack Built.

Who directed The Death King?

The Death King (1990) was directed by Jörg Buttgereit and stars Heinrich Ebber, Angelika Hoch, Hermann Kopp.

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