The Eighth Day of the Week (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1958, The Eighth Day of the Week is a drama and romance film directed by Aleksander Ford, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Zbigniew Cybulski and Sonja Ziemann play lovers struggling to find happiness and privacy in overcrowded Warsaw. The movie shows an honest picture of life in a war-damaged city, contrasting the characters' difficulties with their dreams of a better life. It was banned in Poland in 1958 and would not been seen anywhere until its European release one year later.
Who’s in it. The Eighth Day of the Week stars Sonja Ziemann as Agnieszka Walicka, Zbigniew Cybulski as Piotr Terlecki, Tadeusz Łomnicki as Grzegorz Walicki, Agnieszka's brother and Ilse Steppat as Mrs. Walicka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Eighth Day of the Week has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Eighth Day of the Week page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Eighth Day of the Week tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Eighth Day of the Week (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Eighth Day of the Week change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Eighth Day of the Week worth watching?
- The Eighth Day of the Week holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Eighth Day of the Week?
- The Eighth Day of the Week stars Sonja Ziemann, Zbigniew Cybulski, Tadeusz Łomnicki, Ilse Steppat and Emil Karewicz.
- When was The Eighth Day of the Week released?
- The Eighth Day of the Week was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.