Man Bites Dog (1993): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Man Bites Dog is a 1993 comedy drama directed by André Bonzel and Rémy Belvaux, starring Benoît Poelvoorde, Édith Le Merdy and Malou Madou. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $205,569 worldwide. It won 1 award from 1 nomination, including Metro Media Award at the TIFF 1992. Critics gave it 70% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 35m (95 min)
- Directors
- André Bonzel and Rémy Belvaux
- Original language
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French - Studio
- Roxie Releasing
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Man Bites Dog About?
The premise of Man Bites Dog without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A documentary crew follows a serial killer, Ben, chronicling his violent acts. As they film, the team finds themselves increasingly drawn into his world, blurring the lines between objective observation and active participation. Their involvement raises complex questions about morality, responsibility, and the consequences of witnessing and recording brutality. The film explores the disturbing ease with which individuals can become entangled in a cycle of violence.
Man Bites Dog Cast
Benoît Poelvoorde leads the cast, with Édith Le Merdy and Malou Madou. Directed by André Bonzel and Rémy Belvaux; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director André Bonzel
- Co-director Rémy Belvaux
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Man Bites Dog Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Man Bites Dog 70% on Rotten Tomatoes and 67 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 70% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 90%
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Metacritic 67 Metascore
User score 6.8
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TMDB 72% User score
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Man Bites Dog Plot Summary
What happens in Man Bites Dog from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this disturbing examination of humanity’s more sinister traits, Ben (portrayed by Benoît Poelvoorde) stands out as a charismatic yet terrifying figure—a serial killer whose grandiose monologues serve to obscure his brutal, calculating nature. With a film crew capturing his every action, Ben entertains them with meandering speeches on the craft of killing, critiques on architectural failings, and his own unremarkable poetry, all while displaying his classical piano skills alongside his girlfriend Valerie.
Full summary
The whole story of Man Bites Dog, scene by scene
Man Bites Dog Box Office
Man Bites Dog grossed $205,569 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$205.6K
- US & Canada
- $205.6K
Man Bites Dog Awards & Nominations
Man Bites Dog won 1 award from 1 nomination, including Metro Media Award at the TIFF 1992.
1 win1 nomination1 ceremony
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TIFF 1992 1 win · 1 nomination- Won Metro Media Award
Man Bites Dog Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Man Bites Dog.
How Well Do You Know Man Bites Dog?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who plays the character Ben in 'Man Bites Dog'?
Man Bites Dog Also Known As
16 alternative titles, including “Man Bites Dog: It Happened in Your Neighborhood” and “Mann beißt Hund”.
- Also known as
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- Man Bites Dog: It Happened in Your Neighborhood
- Mann beißt Hund
- Il Cameraman e l'assassino
- Köpeği Isıran Adam
- Ανθρωπος Δαγκώνει Σκύλο
- Ocurrió cerca de su casa
- Mand bider hund
- איש נשך כלב
- Człowiek pogryzł psa
- Человек кусает собаку
- 개를 문 사나이
- Aconteceu Perto da Sua Casa
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- 人咬狗
- Veled is megtörténhet
- Manual de Instrucções para Crimes Banais
- ありふれた事件
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Man Bites Dog FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Man Bites Dog, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Man Bites Dog?
Man Bites Dog runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
When was Man Bites Dog released?
Man Bites Dog was released on January 15, 1993.
Who directed Man Bites Dog?
Man Bites Dog was directed by André Bonzel and Rémy Belvaux.
Who is in the cast of Man Bites Dog?
Man Bites Dog stars Benoît Poelvoorde, Édith Le Merdy and Malou Madou, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Man Bites Dog make at the box office?
Man Bites Dog grossed $205,569 worldwide.
How is Man Bites Dog rated?
Man Bites Dog has 70% on Rotten Tomatoes, 67 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
What awards did Man Bites Dog win?
Man Bites Dog won 1 award from 1 nomination, including Metro Media Award at the TIFF 1992.
Does Man Bites Dog have a post-credit scene?
No. Man Bites Dog has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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