Playing for Time (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1980, Playing for Time is a drama, music, tv movie and history film directed by Joseph Sargent, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. When a Jewish songstress is plucked from the stage and sent to Auschwitz, she and other musicians find themselves assigned to a terrible task—using their talents to soothe fellow prisoners who are sentenced to die in the gas chambers.
Who’s in it. Playing for Time stars Vanessa Redgrave as Fania Fenelon, Jane Alexander as Alma Rose, Maud Adams as Mala and Christine Baranski as Olga, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Playing for Time 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 Playing for Time page.
If you liked it. Fans of Playing for Time tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playing for Time (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playing for Time change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playing for Time worth watching?
- Playing for Time holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music, tv movie and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Playing for Time?
- Playing for Time stars Vanessa Redgrave, Jane Alexander, Maud Adams, Christine Baranski and Robin Bartlett.
- When was Playing for Time released?
- Playing for Time was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.