If a Thousand Clarinets (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 7.2

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Released in 1965, If a Thousand Clarinets is a comedy, fantasy and music film directed by Ján Roháč, running about 136 minutes.

What it’s about. A military base. An awkward soldier. A statue of Bach. And suddenly all guns in the area change into music instruments. Great mystery is immediately found by TV station. And soon the military base becomes a stage for huge TV show.

Who’s in it. If a Thousand Clarinets stars Jana Brejchová as Tereza, Waldemar Matuška as Patrik, Hana Hegerová as Edita and Eva Pilarová as Klaudia, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, If a Thousand Clarinets 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 If a Thousand Clarinets page.

If you liked it. Fans of If a Thousand Clarinets tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch If a Thousand Clarinets (1965)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for If a Thousand Clarinets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is If a Thousand Clarinets worth watching?
If a Thousand Clarinets holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in If a Thousand Clarinets?
If a Thousand Clarinets stars Jana Brejchová, Waldemar Matuška, Hana Hegerová, Eva Pilarová and Karel Gott.
When was If a Thousand Clarinets released?
If a Thousand Clarinets was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.