The Ninth Heart (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1979, The Ninth Heart is a fantasy and family film directed by Juraj Herz, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Martin, a poor student, volunteers to go on a quest to find a cure for the princess Adriana, who is stricken with a strange illness. Unknown to Martin or anyone else, the princess is actually under the spell of the powerful magician Andlobrandini, who is preparing a rejuvenating elixir made from the blood of nine men's hearts.
Who’s in it. The Ninth Heart stars Ondřej Pavelka as Martin, Anna Maľová as Toncka, Julie Jurištová as Princess Adriena and Josef Kemr as tatínek Toncky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Ninth Heart 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 The Ninth Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ninth Heart tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ninth Heart (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ninth Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ninth Heart worth watching?
- The Ninth Heart holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Ninth Heart?
- The Ninth Heart stars Ondřej Pavelka, Anna Maľová, Julie Jurištová, Josef Kemr and Juraj Kukura.
- When was The Ninth Heart released?
- The Ninth Heart was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.