Matthew's Days (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1968, Matthew's Days is a drama film directed by Witold Leszczyński, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. A man who is socially inept and out of touch with the world lives with his sister in a small farmhouse. The overly sensitive man lives off his hard-working sibling, taking odd jobs as he gets them to secure his meager earnings. When he brings home a woodcutter from the forest, the sister and the newcomer fall in love. Terrified over a life without his sister, the man can't cope and decides to kill himself. This depressing tale of alienation, doubt and uncertainty was the Polish entry at the Cannes Film Festival in 1968.
Who’s in it. Matthew's Days stars Franciszek Pieczka as Mateusz, Anna Milewska as Olga, Wirgiliusz Gryń as Jan and Aleksander Fogiel as Host, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Matthew's Days has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Matthew's Days page.
If you liked it. Fans of Matthew's Days tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Matthew's Days (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Matthew's Days change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Matthew's Days worth watching?
- Matthew's Days holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Matthew's Days?
- Matthew's Days stars Franciszek Pieczka, Anna Milewska, Wirgiliusz Gryń, Aleksander Fogiel and Hanna Skarżanka.
- When was Matthew's Days released?
- Matthew's Days was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.