Peace in the Fields (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1972, Peace in the Fields is a drama film directed by Jacques Boigelot, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. This is a film which was made in Belgium in the early '60s and was never released. However, it somehow got included in the American Oscar category for "Best Foreign Film," and was finally released in its home country in 1971. It explores the issues of prejudice and superstition in the Belgian countryside through the troubles of a middle-aged farmer whose mother has been accused of being a witch. In French, this picture is based on a true story which took place in the late 1920s and early '30s.
Who’s in it. Peace in the Fields stars Christian Barbier as Stanne Vanasche, Georges Poujouly as Louis, Claire Wauthion as Lodia and Héléna Manson as Johanna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Peace in the Fields 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 Peace in the Fields page.
If you liked it. Fans of Peace in the Fields tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Peace in the Fields (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Peace in the Fields change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Peace in the Fields worth watching?
- Peace in the Fields holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Peace in the Fields?
- Peace in the Fields stars Christian Barbier, Georges Poujouly, Claire Wauthion, Héléna Manson and Arlette Schreiber.
- When was Peace in the Fields released?
- Peace in the Fields was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.