The Magnate (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1987, The Magnate is a drama and history film directed by Filip Bajon, running about 171 minutes.
What it’s about. This Polish historical drama film traces the fascinating saga of a wealthy, princely Polish dynasty in years 1900-1935.
Who’s in it. The Magnate stars Jan Nowicki as Prince Hans Heinrich XV von Teuss, Olgierd Łukaszewicz as Franzel von Teuss, Jan Englert as Conrad von Teuss and Bogusław Linda as Bolko von Teuss, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Magnate 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 Magnate page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magnate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magnate (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magnate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magnate worth watching?
- The Magnate holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magnate?
- The Magnate stars Jan Nowicki, Olgierd Łukaszewicz, Jan Englert, Bogusław Linda and Grażyna Szapołowska.
- When was The Magnate released?
- The Magnate was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 171 minutes.