The Medal (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1980, The Medal is a drama and war film directed by Martin Hollý, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. The trenches of World War I provide for a captivating backdrop to the drama of Corporal Hoferik. In his devotion to the Habsburg Monarchy, he fanatically carries out his military orders, but he ultimately suffers the Empire's disfavor.
Who’s in it. The Medal stars Vlado Müller as Corporal Adalbert Hoferik, Josef Bláha as Governor König, Ilja Prachař as General Berger and Radovan Lukavský as General Gross, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Medal 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 The Medal page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Medal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Medal (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Medal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Medal worth watching?
- The Medal holds an audience score of 6.7 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 The Medal?
- The Medal stars Vlado Müller, Josef Bláha, Ilja Prachař, Radovan Lukavský and Jiří Kodet.
- When was The Medal released?
- The Medal was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.