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Kanal (1957)

Movie ★ 7.7 96 min

War Drama

In the last few days of the Warsaw Uprising during World War II, a modest group of Resistance members remains. The band must take refuge in the sewers under the orders of leader Zadra, but it's only a matter of time before they will have to emerge. However, when they try, they are met only with intense hostility from the Nazis. Despite their attempts stay resolute through immense mental strain, it becomes increasingly apparent that they may be doomed.

Andrzej Wajda Director

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Quick facts

Released
April 20, 1957
Runtime
96 min
IMDb
tt0050585
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Cast

Teresa Iżewska Teresa Iżewska "Daisy" Tadeusz Janczar Tadeusz Janczar Ensign "Korab" Wieńczysław Gliński Wieńczysław Gliński Lieutenant "Zadra" Tadeusz Gwiazdowski Tadeusz Gwiazdowski Sergeant "Kula" Stanisław Mikulski Stanisław Mikulski "Smukły" Emil Karewicz Emil Karewicz Lieutenant "Mądry" Vladek Sheybal Vladek Sheybal Michał Teresa Berezowska Halinka Zofia Lindorf Zofia Lindorf Woman searching for a Daughter Janina Jabłonowska Janina Jabłonowska Woman shouting at Resistance Members Maria Kretz Amputee Jan Englert Jan Englert "Zefir" Kazimierz Dejunowicz Kazimierz Dejunowicz Captain "Zabawa" Zdzisław Leśniak Zdzisław Leśniak "Mały" Maciej Maciejewski Maciej Maciejewski Lieutenant "Gustaw" Adam Pawlikowski Adam Pawlikowski German at the Sewer Entrance Włodzimierz Bednarski Włodzimierz Bednarski Resistance Member (uncredited) Zenon Dądajewski Zenon Dądajewski Resistance Member (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kanal about?
In the last few days of the Warsaw Uprising during World War II, a modest group of Resistance members remains. The band must take refuge in the sewers under the orders of leader Zadra, but it's only a matter of time before they will have to emerge. However, when they try, they are met only with intense hostility from the Nazis. Despite their attempts stay resolute through immense mental strain, it becomes increasingly apparent that they may be doomed.
Who directed Kanal?
Kanal was directed by Andrzej Wajda.
Who stars in Kanal?
Kanal stars Teresa Iżewska, Tadeusz Janczar, Wieńczysław Gliński, Tadeusz Gwiazdowski.
When was Kanal released?
Kanal is a 1957 war, drama film.
Where can I watch Kanal?
You can watch Kanal with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.