Smoke on the Potato Fields (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1977, Smoke on the Potato Fields is a drama film directed by František Vláčil, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. In this character study by Czech director Frantisek Vlacil, a stout middle-aged physician whose marriage has come apart establishes a practice in a small town. Gradually he's drawn into the lives of his patients—a childless couple, a pregnant girl with a stern mother, the son of a duck farmer—and each relationship reveals a bit more about him and the idyllic but insular community.
Who’s in it. Smoke on the Potato Fields stars Rudolf Hrušínský as Dr. Meluzin, Věra Galatíková as učitelka Pavla Kodetová, Alois Švehlík as Kodet and Marie Logojdová as Markéta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Smoke on the Potato Fields 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 Smoke on the Potato Fields page.
If you liked it. Fans of Smoke on the Potato Fields tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Smoke on the Potato Fields (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Smoke on the Potato Fields change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Smoke on the Potato Fields worth watching?
- Smoke on the Potato Fields holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Smoke on the Potato Fields?
- Smoke on the Potato Fields stars Rudolf Hrušínský, Věra Galatíková, Alois Švehlík, Marie Logojdová and Jana Dítětová.
- When was Smoke on the Potato Fields released?
- Smoke on the Potato Fields was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.