The Cremator
1969, Czech. Directed by Juraj Herz.
NO ONE WILL SUFFER.
In 1930s Prague, a Czech cremator who firmly believes cremation relieves one from earthly suffering is drawn inexorably to Nazism.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Czech
- Rated
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The Cremator is streaming on DocAlliance Films in India.
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Details
- Released
- 14 March 1969
- Original title
- Spalovač mrtvol
- Country
- Czechoslovakia
- Written by
- Ladislav Fuks, Juraj Herz
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What The Cremator is based on
The Cremator is based on The Cremator, a 1967 novel by Ladislav Fuks.
Novel · 1967
The Cremator
By Ladislav Fuks
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The Cremator: quick answers
Is The Cremator worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.8/10 from 284 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Cremator?
The Cremator runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Cremator have a post-credits scene?
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The Cremator parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Cremator on?
The Cremator is streaming on DocAlliance Films in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cremator?
If you liked The Cremator, try Bad, The House That Jack Built, Blackwater Lane.
Who directed The Cremator?
The Cremator (1969) was directed by Juraj Herz and stars Rudolf Hrušínský, Vlasta Chramostová, Jana Stehnová.
What is The Cremator based on?
The Cremator is based on The Cremator, a 1967 novel by Ladislav Fuks.