May Stars (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1959, May Stars is a drama and war film directed by Stanislav Rostotsky, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. May 1945. On the outskirts of Prague, ordinary people meet Soviet soldiers-liberators with tears of joy in their eyes. In the early days of the lull, someone sadly recalls a pre-war life; someone unexpectedly meets his love; someone is returning from enemy dungeons looking hopefully into the future; and someone, having moved from a tank into a Czech tram, warmly recalls his craft as a car driver... These days, all those who survived the Great War fire swear an oath to keep peace on Earth forever, honoring the memory of those who gave their lives for simple human happiness.
Who’s in it. May Stars stars Aleksandr Khanov as General, Michal Staninec as Dušan, Jana Dítětová as Dušan's Mother and Ladislav Pešek as School Director, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, May Stars has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch May Stars page.
If you liked it. Fans of May Stars tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch May Stars (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for May Stars change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is May Stars worth watching?
- May Stars holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in May Stars?
- May Stars stars Aleksandr Khanov, Michal Staninec, Jana Dítětová, Ladislav Pešek and Jana Brejchová.
- When was May Stars released?
- May Stars was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.