The Exam (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2011, The Exam is a thriller, drama and history film directed by Péter Bergendy, running about 89 minutes. “Don't trust anyone. Don't trust yourself.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Budapest, Hungary, Christmas 1957. The state, insecure after the defeated revolution of 1956 and increasingly put under the influence of a renewed Stalinist atmosphere, has decreed that all security officials must pass an exam to verify their loyalty. But to be actually effective in a shadowy world where suspicion and secrets reign, the subjects must be unaware that they are being tested.
Who’s in it. The Exam stars János Kulka as Pál Markó, Zsolt Nagy as András Jung, Péter Scherer as Emil Kulcsár and Gabriella Hámori as Éva Gáti, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Exam has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Exam page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Exam tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Exam (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Exam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Exam worth watching?
- The Exam holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Exam?
- The Exam stars János Kulka, Zsolt Nagy, Péter Scherer, Gabriella Hámori and Péter Haumann.
- When was The Exam released?
- The Exam was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.