Winter Twilight (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1957, Winter Twilight is a drama film directed by Stanisław Lenartowicz, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Rumsza, the elderly railwayman, leading a sedate life with his wife, misses his only remaining son (two older boys were killed in the war). Joziuk finally returns from the military in the first scene but with the pregnant Zosia, while Rumsza expected him to marry Celinka, the daughter of Krywka, his only friend and neighbour. The hero will not accept the new situation; he throws his son and Zosia out of his house. Celinka is distressed but she still harbours hope for Joziuk. The birth of the child changes the situation: Rumsza accepts his son's relationship but Celinka decides to leave.
Who’s in it. Winter Twilight stars Włodzisław Ziembiński as Rumsza, Maria Kierzkowa as Rumszowa, Zygmunt Zintel as Krywka and Ligia Branice as Celinka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Winter Twilight 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 Winter Twilight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Winter Twilight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Winter Twilight (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Winter Twilight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Winter Twilight worth watching?
- Winter Twilight holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Winter Twilight?
- Winter Twilight stars Włodzisław Ziembiński, Maria Kierzkowa, Zygmunt Zintel, Ligia Branice and Bogusz Bilewski.
- When was Winter Twilight released?
- Winter Twilight was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.