Five Cartridges (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1960, Five Cartridges is a drama and war film directed by Frank Beyer, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. It is the year 1936 and the Spanish Civil War is raging. When the German commander of an international brigade is badly wounded he gives his five comrades a message which he divides up and secretes into in five cartridges. All five shells must reach the battalion in order for the message to be relayed. But Frenchman Pierre can’t bear the heat of the Sierra. When he leaves their hide-out to drink from a well he is hit by an enemy bullet.
Who’s in it. Five Cartridges stars Prince, Hannah Ford, Ida Nielsen and Andrew Gouché, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Five Cartridges 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 Five Cartridges page.
If you liked it. Fans of Five Cartridges tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Five Cartridges (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Five Cartridges change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Five Cartridges worth watching?
- Five Cartridges holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Five Cartridges?
- Five Cartridges stars Prince, Hannah Ford, Ida Nielsen, Andrew Gouché and Donna Grantis.
- When was Five Cartridges released?
- Five Cartridges was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.