Decalogue V (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 1989, Decalogue V is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski, running about 57 minutes. “Thou shalt not kill.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jacek, an angry drifter, murders a taxi driver, brutally and without motive. His case is assigned to Piotr, an idealistic young lawyer who is morally opposed to the death penalty, and their interactions take on an emotional honesty that throws into stark relief for Piotr the injustice of killing of any kind.
Who’s in it. Decalogue V stars Mirosław Baka as Jacek Łazar, Jan Tesarz as Taksówkarz Waldemar Rekowski, Krzysztof Globisz as Adwokat Piotr Balicki and Andrzej Mastalerz as Brat Jacka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Decalogue V 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 Decalogue V page.
If you liked it. Fans of Decalogue V tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Decalogue V (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Decalogue V change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Decalogue V worth watching?
- Decalogue V holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Decalogue V?
- Decalogue V stars Mirosław Baka, Jan Tesarz, Krzysztof Globisz, Andrzej Mastalerz and Zbigniew Zapasiewicz.
- When was Decalogue V released?
- Decalogue V was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.