The Twenties, the Thirties (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1984, The Twenties, the Thirties is a comedy and music film directed by Janusz Rzeszewski, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. On the way to Warsaw after a crude oil fraud in southern Poland, conman Adam Deren meets singer Liza. He decides to invest his money in a venture deemed to be a failure - a small cabaret where Liza could perform.

Who’s in it. The Twenties, the Thirties stars Grażyna Szapołowska as Liza, Tomasz Stockinger as Adam Dereń, Piotr Fronczewski as Fryderyk and Dorota Stalińska as Hanka, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Twenties, the Thirties 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 Twenties, the Thirties page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Twenties, the Thirties tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Twenties, the Thirties (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Twenties, the Thirties change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Twenties, the Thirties worth watching?
The Twenties, the Thirties holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Twenties, the Thirties?
The Twenties, the Thirties stars Grażyna Szapołowska, Tomasz Stockinger, Piotr Fronczewski, Dorota Stalińska and Ewa Kuklińska.
When was The Twenties, the Thirties released?
The Twenties, the Thirties was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.