The Opium Eater
2010, English. Directed by David Bertelsen.
A coat-and-tie-wearing social worker scours the countryside in search of wild opium poppies.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- David BertelsenDirector
- David BertelsenEric Detzer
- Leah McCormickElizabeth Detzer
- Brian OblakBob Downs
- Marina PincusNora Mastersen
- Alex WicksBrian Downs
- Sydney SweeneySara Detzer
- William Michael PaulSheriff Wilcox
- Sean DavisGregory
- Mike RolandEric's Father
- Ian DestefanoYoung Eric
- Trent SweenyLittle 'E' Detzer
- Nick RishTed
Details
- Released
- 10 December 2010
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nick Rish, David Bertelsen
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How long is The Opium Eater?
The Opium Eater runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does The Opium Eater have a post-credits scene?
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The Opium Eater parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Opium Eater is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Opium Eater on?
The Opium Eater isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Opium Eater?
If you liked The Opium Eater, try Hounddog, Home Run, Hands of Stone.
Who directed The Opium Eater?
The Opium Eater (2010) was directed by David Bertelsen and stars David Bertelsen, Leah McCormick, Brian Oblak.