A Life at Stake (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1956, A Life at Stake is a drama and war film directed by Jiří Weiss, running about 101 minutes.
Who’s in it. A Life at Stake stars Karel Höger as Engineer Otakar Racek, Vlasta Chramostová as Vlasta, Racek's wife, Zdeněk Dítě as resistance fighter Ondřej Rýdl and Otomar Krejča as Deputy Rudolf Kadera, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, A Life at Stake has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Life at Stake page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Life at Stake tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Life at Stake (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Life at Stake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Life at Stake worth watching?
- A Life at Stake holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Life at Stake?
- A Life at Stake stars Karel Höger, Vlasta Chramostová, Zdeněk Dítě, Otomar Krejča and Stanislav Neumann.
- When was A Life at Stake released?
- A Life at Stake was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.