The Hourglass Sanatorium (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1973, The Hourglass Sanatorium is a fantasy, drama and horror film directed by Wojciech Has, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man named Josef visits a dilapidated Sanatorium to see his father Jakob. On his arrival, a sinister doctor informs him that his father had stopped breathing but hasn't died yet, perhaps due to Josef's arrival which may have halted time in the sanatorium. Josef undertakes a strange journey through the many rooms of the sanatorium, each which conjures worlds composed of his memories, dreams and nightmares.
Who’s in it. The Hourglass Sanatorium stars Jan Nowicki as Józef, Tadeusz Kondrat as Jakub, Irena Orska as Józef's Mother and Halina Kowalska as Adela, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Hourglass Sanatorium has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family and Klassiki. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hourglass Sanatorium page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hourglass Sanatorium tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hourglass Sanatorium (1973)?
- In US, The Hourglass Sanatorium is available to stream on Eternal Family and Klassiki. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Hourglass Sanatorium worth watching?
- The Hourglass Sanatorium holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Hourglass Sanatorium?
- The Hourglass Sanatorium stars Jan Nowicki, Tadeusz Kondrat, Irena Orska, Halina Kowalska and Gustaw Holoubek.
- When was The Hourglass Sanatorium released?
- The Hourglass Sanatorium was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.