Passing Fancy (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film
Released in 1983, Passing Fancy is a drama film directed by Gyula Maár, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. The main character of the story which takes place in the twenties in Budapest is the poet Dr. Rácz György, who returns after ten years of absence. In a café he meets his former friend Lajos, who has just broken up with his lover, Márta, because of the wife of professor Büchler. The transiently formed, rootless Rácz gets entangled into the sophisticated, complicated love affairs of bored or tired ladies.
Who’s in it. Passing Fancy stars Jiří Menzel, Esztergályos Cecília, Jiří Adamíra and Hana Maciuchová, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Passing Fancy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Passing Fancy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Passing Fancy (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Passing Fancy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Passing Fancy?
- Passing Fancy stars Jiří Menzel, Esztergályos Cecília, Jiří Adamíra, Hana Maciuchová and Miklós Tolnay.
- When was Passing Fancy released?
- Passing Fancy was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.