The Investigation (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1980, The Investigation is a drama film directed by Constantin Vaeni, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. The explosion of a 4300 tones Kauper furnace brings up an inquiry, conducted by Ștefan, a Romanian Communist Party activist. He is trying to get to the truth, even if he is pressured just to assign blame.
Who’s in it. The Investigation stars Mircea Albulescu as Vlad, Remus Mărgineanu as Tonea, George Motoi as Șerban and Silvia Popovici as Irina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Investigation has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Investigation page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Investigation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Investigation (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Investigation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Investigation worth watching?
- The Investigation holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Investigation?
- The Investigation stars Mircea Albulescu, Remus Mărgineanu, George Motoi, Silvia Popovici and Ion Caramitru.
- When was The Investigation released?
- The Investigation was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.