The Big Picnic (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1981, The Big Picnic is a comedy and music film directed by Krzysztof Rogulski, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Rysiek is an escapee from a reform school. Julek escapes the anger of a voluntarily fire brigade in a small town from which he embezzled. In search for food Rysiek breaks into a villa and discovers a bundle of cash in the freezer. They team together in Warsaw and decide to go on a rampage through the city.
Who’s in it. The Big Picnic stars Zbigniew Zamachowski as Rysiek, Jan Piechociński as Julek, Anna Moczkowska as Agnieszka and Ewa Wiśniewska as matka Agnieszki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Big Picnic has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Picnic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Picnic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Picnic (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Picnic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Picnic worth watching?
- The Big Picnic holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Big Picnic?
- The Big Picnic stars Zbigniew Zamachowski, Jan Piechociński, Anna Moczkowska, Ewa Wiśniewska and Grażyna Szapołowska.
- When was The Big Picnic released?
- The Big Picnic was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.