Without Witness (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1983, Without Witness is a drama and romance film directed by Nikita Mikhalkov, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. In visiting his ex-wife’s apartment a man learns that she plans to remarry a scientist named Valentin Shlyakhov. In his past, the man wrote a scathing letter about Shlyakhov which greatly impacted his career. Fearing that this information will come to light when his ex-wife marries Shlyakhov, the man insists that the wedding be called off. What follows is an intimate portrayal of the relationship between a man and a woman (who are never named), whose history as husband and wife plays out during a heated conversation.

Who’s in it. Without Witness stars Irina Kupchenko as She, Mikhail Ulyanov as Him and Eduard Artemiev as (uncredited).

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Without Witness 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 Without Witness page.

If you liked it. Fans of Without Witness tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Without Witness (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Without Witness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Without Witness worth watching?
Without Witness holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Without Witness?
Without Witness stars Irina Kupchenko, Mikhail Ulyanov and Eduard Artemiev.
When was Without Witness released?
Without Witness was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.