The Gentle Barbarian (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1990, The Gentle Barbarian is a comedy and drama film directed by Petr Koliha, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A commemorative and essayistic meditative piece on the Prague quarter Libeň during the 1950s.
Who’s in it. The Gentle Barbarian stars Bolek Polívka as Vladimír, Jiří Menzel as Doktor, Arnošt Goldflam as Egon and Ivana Chýlková as Tereza, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Gentle Barbarian has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gentle Barbarian page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gentle Barbarian tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gentle Barbarian (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gentle Barbarian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gentle Barbarian worth watching?
- The Gentle Barbarian holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Gentle Barbarian?
- The Gentle Barbarian stars Bolek Polívka, Jiří Menzel, Arnošt Goldflam, Ivana Chýlková and Jaromír Hanzlík.
- When was The Gentle Barbarian released?
- The Gentle Barbarian was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.