The Cry (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1964, The Cry is a drama film directed by Jaromil Jireš, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. While a woman is in the hospital preparing to deliver her child, her husband has all day to reflect upon his wife and their relationship. As he tends to his job as a television repairman, Slavek fondly remembers how he first met Ivana and the days they spent getting to know one another. Slavek also grows increasingly aware of the environment that surrounds him and questions the society his new child will be entering. Loaded with a repeated plea for social change, this is the first feature from Czech writer/director Jaromil Jires.
Who’s in it. The Cry stars Eva Límanová as Ivana, Josef Abrhám as Slávek, Eva Kopecká and Jiří Jánoška, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Cry 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 The Cry page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cry tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cry (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cry worth watching?
- The Cry holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cry?
- The Cry stars Eva Límanová, Josef Abrhám, Eva Kopecká, Jiří Jánoška and Jiří Kvapil.
- When was The Cry released?
- The Cry was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.