The Felons (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1987, The Felons is a drama film directed by Franci Slak, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Peter Berdon (Mario Selič) joins a group of Stalinists after his father is killed by the Nazis in this grim political drama. The film begins with his arrest and uses flashbacks to tell the events that led to his incarceration. His abuse is chronicled both in and out of prison after he falls in with a Bonnie and Clyde-like duo after the war is over.
Who’s in it. The Felons stars Mario Šelih as Peter Bordon, Anja Rupel as Stefka, Velimir Živojinović as Preiskovalni and Rade Šerbedžija as Raka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Felons has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Felons page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Felons tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Felons (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Felons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Felons worth watching?
- The Felons holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Felons?
- The Felons stars Mario Šelih, Anja Rupel, Velimir Živojinović, Rade Šerbedžija and Elizabeth Spender.
- When was The Felons released?
- The Felons was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.