Lion with a White Mane (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1987, Lion with a White Mane is a drama film directed by Jaromil Jireš, running about 127 minutes.
What it’s about. The film tells the exciting life of the great Czech composer Leos Janácek (1854-1928), also known by the thick silver hair that crowned his head and his strong character, which could overcome the adversities of fate.
Who’s in it. Lion with a White Mane stars Luděk Munzar as Leos Janácek, Zlata Adamovská as Kamila, Jiří Adamíra and Jiří Bartoška as David Stössel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Lion with a White Mane has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lion with a White Mane page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lion with a White Mane tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lion with a White Mane (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lion with a White Mane change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lion with a White Mane worth watching?
- Lion with a White Mane holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lion with a White Mane?
- Lion with a White Mane stars Luděk Munzar, Zlata Adamovská, Jiří Adamíra, Jiří Bartoška and Táňa Fischerová.
- When was Lion with a White Mane released?
- Lion with a White Mane was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.