

Information
Release DateSeptember 25, 1993
Runtime1h 52m
StatusReleased
Revenue$667
ProductionBBC Film, CiBy 2000
LanguagesEnglish
6.2
38 votesPopularity1
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.
Cast & Crew
Director

Featured Cast

Colin Firth
Richard Courtois

Ian Holm
Albertus

Donald Pleasence
Pincheon

Amina Annabi
Samira

Nicol Williamson
Seigneur Jehan d'Auferre