The Butcher's Wife
1991, English. Directed by Terry Hughes.
She's a psychic who's turning New Yorkers into lovers. Obviously, she's from out of town.
A clairvoyant woman thinks that she's met her future husband because she's seen him in a dream. They marry and he takes her back to his butcher shop in New York city, where her powers tend to influence everyone she meets while working in the shop. Through her advice, she helps others and eventually finds the true man of her dreams.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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- Released
- 25 October 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ezra Litwak, Marjorie Schwartz
- Box office
- $9.7M
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The Butcher's Wife: quick answers
Is The Butcher's Wife worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 187 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Butcher's Wife?
The Butcher's Wife runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does The Butcher's Wife have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Butcher's Wife. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Butcher's Wife parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Butcher's Wife is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Butcher's Wife on?
The Butcher's Wife isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Butcher's Wife?
If you liked The Butcher's Wife, try Love Potion No. 9, A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Purple Rose of Cairo.
Who directed The Butcher's Wife?
The Butcher's Wife (1991) was directed by Terry Hughes and stars Demi Moore, Jeff Daniels, George Dzundza.