Kapo in Jerusalem (2015): cast, story & where to watch

2015 · Film

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Released in 2015, Kapo in Jerusalem is a drama and history film directed by Uri Barbash, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. An exploration of the moral and survival dilemmas in Auschwitz from the point of view of a deputy head of a block and a few of the prisoners from his block who survived the horrors of the camp, immigrated to Israel in the 40's and are still struggling to begin new life in the newborn state of Israel. Based on a true story.

Who’s in it. Kapo in Jerusalem stars Icho Avital as Shmuel Wiessman, Abraham Celektar as Dr. Karol Dubnov, Maya Dagan as Sarah Reich and Gil Frank as Bruno Kaminsky, among others.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Chai Flicks. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kapo in Jerusalem page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kapo in Jerusalem tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kapo in Jerusalem (2015)?
In US, Kapo in Jerusalem is available to stream on Chai Flicks. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Who stars in Kapo in Jerusalem?
Kapo in Jerusalem stars Icho Avital, Abraham Celektar, Maya Dagan, Gil Frank and Dror Keren.
When was Kapo in Jerusalem released?
Kapo in Jerusalem was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.