Jan Žižka (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1956, Jan Žižka is a drama, war and history film directed by Otakar Vávra, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. The second part of the revolutionary Hussite trilogy takes place in the years 1419-1420.
Who’s in it. Jan Žižka stars Zdeněk Štěpánek as Jan Žižka z Trocnova, František Horák as Jan Želivský, Karel Höger as král Václav IV and Vlasta Matulová as královna Žofie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Jan Žižka 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 Jan Žižka page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jan Žižka tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jan Žižka (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jan Žižka change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jan Žižka worth watching?
- Jan Žižka holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jan Žižka?
- Jan Žižka stars Zdeněk Štěpánek, František Horák, Karel Höger, Vlasta Matulová and Ladislav Pešek.
- When was Jan Žižka released?
- Jan Žižka was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.