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Uncle (1959): cast, story & where to watch

1959 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1959, Uncle is a comedy film directed by Jaromil Jireš, running about 6 minutes.

What it’s about. In this six-minute short, a man’s attempt to burgle a home is interrupted by a child.

Who’s in it. Uncle stars Vlastimil Brodský as Thief and Vladimír Zavázal as Boy.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Uncle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Uncle page.

If you liked it. Fans of Uncle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Uncle (1959)?
In US, Uncle is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Uncle worth watching?
Uncle holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Uncle?
Uncle stars Vlastimil Brodský and Vladimír Zavázal.
When was Uncle released?
Uncle was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.