Under the Phrygian Star (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1954, Under the Phrygian Star is a drama film directed by Jerzy Kawalerowicz.
What it’s about. With the second part of his Cellulose Diptych, award-winning director Jerzy Kawalerowicz returns to protagonist Szczesny, now a full-fledged, middle-aged communist militant in pre-war Poland. Based on the writings of Igor Newerly, Kawalerowicz's epic chronicles the romance between Szczesny and the charismatic Madzia, as the ill-fated pair fall in love amid the social and political upheaval of their homeland.
Who’s in it. Under the Phrygian Star stars Józef Nowak as Szczęsny "Bida", Lucyna Winnicka as Magda, Halina Przybylska as Weronka, sister of Szczęsny and Stanisław Jasiukiewicz as Bolesław Gąbiński, a worker in "Cellulose", a police reporter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Under the Phrygian Star 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 Under the Phrygian Star page.
If you liked it. Fans of Under the Phrygian Star tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Under the Phrygian Star (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Under the Phrygian Star change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Under the Phrygian Star worth watching?
- Under the Phrygian Star holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Under the Phrygian Star?
- Under the Phrygian Star stars Józef Nowak, Lucyna Winnicka, Halina Przybylska, Stanisław Jasiukiewicz and Zbigniew Józefowicz.
- When was Under the Phrygian Star released?
- Under the Phrygian Star was released in 1954.