Family Life (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1971, Family Life is a drama film directed by Krzysztof Zanussi, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. This intense chamber drama centers on an ambitious young industrial designer who is summoned home to help his father and sister. Both the aristocratic family he fled in shame and scorn, and their dilapidated country estate, bathed in an oppressively nostalgic light, prove ultimately inescapable.
Who’s in it. Family Life stars Jan Kreczmar as ojciec Wita i Belli, Jan Nowicki as Marek Sobota, Halina Mikołajska as Jadwiga and Daniel Olbrychski as Wit Braun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Family Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Family Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Family Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Family Life (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Family Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Family Life worth watching?
- Family Life holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Family Life?
- Family Life stars Jan Kreczmar, Jan Nowicki, Halina Mikołajska, Daniel Olbrychski and Maja Komorowska.
- When was Family Life released?
- Family Life was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.