Jacob (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1988, Jacob is a drama film directed by Mircea Daneliuc, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. Jacob (Dorel Visan) is a gold miner who risks his life daily to support his wife, mother-in-law, and four children in this socio-political drama. Under the rule of an oppressive monarchy backed by military force, the miners often resort to stealing gold to compensate for their meager wages. Workers are subjected to strip searches and are forced to take laxatives by the often brutal guards and inspectors as they look for stolen gold, and Jacob raises his vocal objections over the treatment of his fellow workers.
Who’s in it. Jacob stars Dorel Vișan as Iacob, Ion Besoiu, Florin Zamfirescu and Cecilia Bârbora, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Jacob 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 Jacob page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jacob tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jacob (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jacob change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jacob worth watching?
- Jacob holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jacob?
- Jacob stars Dorel Vișan, Ion Besoiu, Florin Zamfirescu, Cecilia Bârbora and Maria Seleș.
- When was Jacob released?
- Jacob was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.