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The Mole (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.6

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Released in 2011, The Mole is a thriller film directed by Rafael Lewandowski, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. Pawel, a Polish man in his early 30s, makes a living with his father Zygmunt importing second-hand clothing from the North of France to Southern Poland. On his way back from one of regular "business trips", Pawel is shocked to discover his father's picture on the cover of a Polish tabloid newspaper. The headline "traitor" is written next to his name. Zygmunt is a genuine hero of the struggle against totalitarianism and a recognized member of the "Solidarnosc" labor movement of the 80s. But now, Zygmunt is suddenly accused by the paper of having acted as a secret informer called THE MOLE by the communist regime.

Who’s in it. The Mole stars Borys Szyc as Paweł Kowal, Magdalena Czerwińska as Ewa Kowal, Wojciech Pszoniak as Stefan Garbarek, były kapitan SB and Sławomir Orzechowski as Tadeusz Kowal, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Mole 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 Mole page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Mole tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Mole (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Mole change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Mole worth watching?
The Mole holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Mole?
The Mole stars Borys Szyc, Magdalena Czerwińska, Wojciech Pszoniak, Sławomir Orzechowski and Bartłomiej Topa.
When was The Mole released?
The Mole was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.