The House Under the Rocks (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1959, The House Under the Rocks is a drama film directed by Károly Makk, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Three people – a returned prisoner of war, his beautiful second wife, and the possessive, hunchbacked spinster who is his sister-in-law by his first marriage – are isolated in a little house under an extinct volcano, where each strives for personal happiness but is suffocated by their dependence on the others.
Who’s in it. The House Under the Rocks stars János Görbe as Ferenc Kós, Irén Psota as Tera, Margit Bara as Zsuzsa and József Bihari as old Kós, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The House Under the Rocks 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 House Under the Rocks page.
If you liked it. Fans of The House Under the Rocks tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The House Under the Rocks (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The House Under the Rocks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The House Under the Rocks worth watching?
- The House Under the Rocks holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The House Under the Rocks?
- The House Under the Rocks stars János Görbe, Irén Psota, Margit Bara, József Bihari and Béla Barsi.
- When was The House Under the Rocks released?
- The House Under the Rocks was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.