Only the Dead Can Answer (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1969, Only the Dead Can Answer is a crime film directed by Sylwester Chęciński, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Police captain Wójcik conducts an investigation into the murder of a cashier from a state-owned enterprise. Despite seemingly numerous leads, the investigation gets stuck in a dead end – the victim had no enemies and nothing was stolen. Despite closing the case Wójcik feels that the key to solving the mystery is the murdered cashier and his past. Exploring this plot, he discovers a full-fledged spy affair, however, trying to catch the real murderer, he’ll have to risk his life, health and career.
Who’s in it. Only the Dead Can Answer stars Ryszard Filipski as Paweł Wójcik, Ewa Wiśniewska as Renata Makuch, Janusz Kłosiński as Marczuk, strażnik w "Protonie" and Bogusław Sochnacki as Sgt. Franciszek Klosek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Only the Dead Can Answer 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 Only the Dead Can Answer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Only the Dead Can Answer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Only the Dead Can Answer (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Only the Dead Can Answer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Only the Dead Can Answer worth watching?
- Only the Dead Can Answer holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Only the Dead Can Answer?
- Only the Dead Can Answer stars Ryszard Filipski, Ewa Wiśniewska, Janusz Kłosiński, Bogusław Sochnacki and Witold Pyrkosz.
- When was Only the Dead Can Answer released?
- Only the Dead Can Answer was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.