The Ashes (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1965, The Ashes is a drama, war and history film directed by Andrzej Wajda, running about 226 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the time of Napoleon wars, shows how the wars swept over the unfortunate Polish country at the beginning of the XIX-th century. Story revolves around the Polish legion under command of General Dabrowski, who then fought on Napoleon's side with the hopes of Poland's revival.
Who’s in it. The Ashes stars Daniel Olbrychski as Rafał Olbromski, Boguslaw Kierc as Krzysztof Cedro, Piotr Wysocki as Prince Jan Gintułt and Beata Tyszkiewicz as Elżbieta Gintułtówna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Ashes 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 Ashes page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ashes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ashes (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ashes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ashes worth watching?
- The Ashes holds an audience score of 6.4 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 The Ashes?
- The Ashes stars Daniel Olbrychski, Boguslaw Kierc, Piotr Wysocki, Beata Tyszkiewicz and Pola Raksa.
- When was The Ashes released?
- The Ashes was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 226 minutes.