The Bells Toll for the Barefooted (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.4

Released in 1965, The Bells Toll for the Barefooted is a drama film directed by Stanislav Barabáš, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. A dramatic story from the end of WW II and a remarkable contemplation of the value of true friendship, meaning and purpose oflife or the possibility to be humane even in inhuma ne conditions. In a frosty mountain setting a cruel struggle for life takes place. After a fight, two partisans return to their brigade carrying along a young German soldier as a captive. But suddenly, amidst the hopelessness of barren mountains. all protagonists find themselves in a liminal existential situation.
Who’s in it. The Bells Toll for the Barefooted stars Ewa Krzyżewska as Verona, Vlado Müller as Ondrej, Axel Dietrich as Captive Hans Joachim Gruber and Ivan Rajniak as Stašek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Bells Toll for the Barefooted 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 Bells Toll for the Barefooted page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bells Toll for the Barefooted tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bells Toll for the Barefooted (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bells Toll for the Barefooted change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bells Toll for the Barefooted worth watching?
- The Bells Toll for the Barefooted holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bells Toll for the Barefooted?
- The Bells Toll for the Barefooted stars Ewa Krzyżewska, Vlado Müller, Axel Dietrich, Ivan Rajniak and Radovan Lukavský.
- When was The Bells Toll for the Barefooted released?
- The Bells Toll for the Barefooted was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.
