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Butchers (2020): Cast, Ratings & Where to Watch

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Butchers is a 2020 horror film directed by Adrian Langley, starring Simon Phillips as Owen Watson, Michael Swatton and James Hicks. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes. Its Echo Score is 25/100. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Butchers (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Director
Adrian Langley
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
Studio
UNIT XIX
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Butchers About?

The premise of Butchers without spoilers.

A family of sadistic butchers operates in a remote, isolated area. Throughout the year, from the harsh winter to the scorching summer, they prey on anyone unfortunate enough to cross their path, ensuring a grim fate for all who encounter them.

Butchers Themes & Keywords

· 26 tags
  • dog
  • camera focus on female butt
  • video camera
  • overalls
  • vomit
  • bit gag
  • handcuffs
  • ball gag
  • gagged
  • rape
  • leg irons
  • sadistic horror
+14 more
  • family of psychopaths
  • serial killer
  • slasher
  • backwoods slasher
  • redneck
  • murder
  • psychopathic killer
  • psychopath
  • slasher horror
  • bound and gagged
  • woman bound and gagged
  • chained up woman
  • arms chained overhead
  • misandric torture
Where to watch

Where to Watch Butchers

Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

Streaming availability in the US, powered by JustWatch logo

Cast & crew

Butchers Cast & Characters

Simon Phillips leads the cast as Owen Watson, with Michael Swatton as Oswald Watson and James Hicks as Mike Crenshaw. Directed by Adrian Langley; 9 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Butchers

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Ratings

Butchers Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 25/100, strongest in art & craft (35) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).

25 /100

Butchers Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Butchers delivers a thinly layered horror experience that struggles to rise above familiar genre conventions. Critics and viewers alike note a lack of originality and a reliance on overused tropes, resulting in a narrative that feels predictable and under‑cooked. Technical aspects receive occasional acknowledgment for competent editing, yet visual and auditory choices remain uninspired. Performances vary, with a few standouts amid generally flat delivery, leaving the film with limited lasting impact and low rewatch appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of art and craft, the film shows competent editing that sustains pacing, but its cinematography and production design are largely unremarkable. Reviewers highlight a decent production value for an indie effort, yet the visual style offers little distinction. The direction fails to imprint a unique aesthetic, resulting in an overall craft that feels serviceable but not memorable.

  • Character & Emotion 28

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are described as uneven, with several critics citing sub‑par acting and shallow character development. A few viewers praise Simon Phillip's portrayal, but the majority note that the cast cannot overcome a script that provides little depth. The emotional resonance is minimal, leading to limited audience investment in the protagonists.

  • Story & Flow 25

    Story and flow suffer from a predictable plot that recycles established horror tropes without fresh twists. Critics label the narrative as unoriginal and lacking in tension, while some users acknowledge a decent storyline foundation that is undermined by clumsy execution. Pacing issues and a lack of coherent escalation further diminish overall engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    Sensory experience receives scant commentary, with occasional remarks about decent production values but no notable sound design or musical highlights. The visual presentation is described as generic, offering no striking imagery or atmospheric depth. Consequently, the film's auditory and visual components contribute little to an immersive horror atmosphere.

  • Rewatch Factor 20

    Rewatch factor is low, as the majority of viewers deem the film a waste of time and unlikely to merit another viewing. While a small segment suggests it could serve as a casual group watch, the lack of novelty and enduring appeal means the movie fails to generate repeat interest or lasting resonance.

Videos

Butchers Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer
Cars

Cars in Butchers

7 cars on screen, including the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and the 1982 Ford Bronco.

All 7 cars
  • 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Butchers 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Main role
  • 1982 Ford Bronco in Butchers 1982 Ford Bronco Main role
  • 1925 Dodge Brothers Truck in Butchers 1925 Dodge Brothers Truck Important role
  • 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis in Butchers 1981 Mercury Grand Marquis Important role
Details

Butchers Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Asesinos sadicos” and “Rzeźnicy”.

Also known as
  • Asesinos sadicos
  • Rzeźnicy
  • Hentesek
  • Assassinos Sádicos
  • 도살자들: 돌아온 텍사스 전기톱 살인자
  • Мясники
  • Asesinos Sádicos
  • קצבים
  • Касапи
  • 屠夫
  • 人肉村
  • Butchers - Rest in Pieces

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FAQ

Butchers FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Butchers, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Butchers?

Butchers runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Butchers released?

Butchers was released on October 15, 2020.

Who directed Butchers?

Butchers was directed by Adrian Langley.

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Who is in the cast of Butchers?

Butchers stars Simon Phillips as Owen Watson, Michael Swatton as Oswald Watson and James Hicks as Mike Crenshaw, among 9 credited actors.

Where can I watch Butchers?

In the US, Butchers is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Bloodstream and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

Does Butchers have a post-credit scene?

No. Butchers has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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