Polar Bear (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1959, Polar Bear is a thriller and war film directed by Jerzy Zarzycki, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A Jewish man who escapes a Nazi transport hides in a Polish ski resort town by posing for photos with tourists dressed as a polar bear.
Who’s in it. Polar Bear stars Gustaw Holoubek as Henryk Fogiel, Stanisław Milski as The Professor, Teresa Tuszyńska as Anna, the professor's daughter and Stanisław Mikulski as Michał Pawlicki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Polar Bear 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 Polar Bear page.
If you liked it. Fans of Polar Bear tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Polar Bear (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Polar Bear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Polar Bear worth watching?
- Polar Bear holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Polar Bear?
- Polar Bear stars Gustaw Holoubek, Stanisław Milski, Teresa Tuszyńska, Stanisław Mikulski and Adam Pawlikowski.
- When was Polar Bear released?
- Polar Bear was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.