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The Pied Piper

In 14th century Hamelin, a town ravaged by the Black Plague, a mysterious flute player employs his enchanted instrument to eliminate a rampant rat problem. However, when the townsfolk neglect to fulfill their promise, the piper exacts a dreadful revenge by summoning away the town's children.

In 1349, the Black Death ravages northern Germany. A family of traveling performers arrives in Hamelin for a royal wedding, amidst greed, corruption, and ignorance. A Jewish apothecary searches for a plague cure, but is accused of heresy and witchcraft by the Priests. Meanwhile, a mysterious minstrel offers to rid the town of rats, but the Mayor reneges on the deal, leading to devastating consequences.

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Info about The Pied Piper

Studio(s): Goodtimes Enterprises, Sagittarius Productions

Originally Released: United States, Dec 27, 1972

Production Countries: Germany, United Kingdom

Genres:Drama, Fantasy, Musical