The Attempt (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1958, The Attempt is a war film directed by Jerzy Passendorfer, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the occupied Warsaw, the film tells the story of the mission carried out by the student uderground resistance group to execute the hated SS General Franz Kutchera.
Who’s in it. The Attempt stars Bożena Kurowska as Marta, Grażyna Staniszewska as Krysia, Zbigniew Cynkutis as Zbyszek Zawada and Tadeusz Łomnicki as Marek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Attempt 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 Attempt page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Attempt tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Attempt (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Attempt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Attempt worth watching?
- The Attempt holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Attempt?
- The Attempt stars Bożena Kurowska, Grażyna Staniszewska, Zbigniew Cynkutis, Tadeusz Łomnicki and Andrzej Kostenko.
- When was The Attempt released?
- The Attempt was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.