Bread and Stones (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.3

Released in 1979, Bread and Stones is a drama film directed by Mark M. Rissi, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. A small farmer's struggle for survival against the odds.
Who’s in it. Bread and Stones stars Henrik Rhyn as Hans Widimattbauern, Hans Rhyn as Widimattbauern Hans, Liselotte Pulver as Lisbeth Widimattbauern and Beatrice Kessler as Ursula, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Bread and Stones 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 Bread and Stones page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bread and Stones tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bread and Stones (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bread and Stones change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bread and Stones worth watching?
- Bread and Stones holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bread and Stones?
- Bread and Stones stars Henrik Rhyn, Hans Rhyn, Liselotte Pulver, Beatrice Kessler and Sigfrit Steiner.
- When was Bread and Stones released?
- Bread and Stones was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.