Solemn Promise (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 4.9

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Released in 2009, Solemn Promise is a drama and romance film directed by Srđan Karanović, running about 106 minutes.

What it’s about. At the beginning of the World War I, Filip, a Serbian school director in the Serbian province, has been asked to immediately go to Belgrade to get war schedule. His wife Lea, Slovene, with no one to leave because the two of them recently arrived in the small town and no one really knows them. Azem, an Albanian, school attendance, gives Filip a promise (Besa) to watch the Lea and that nothing will happen. Lea and Azem, are forced to live together in an abandoned school. Their relationship changes during the time.

Who’s in it. Solemn Promise stars Miki Manojlović as Azem, Iva Krajnc Bagola as Lea, Nebojša Dugalić as Filip and Radivoje Bukvić as Poručnik Jevrem / Lt. Jevrem, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Solemn Promise has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Solemn Promise page.

If you liked it. Fans of Solemn Promise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Solemn Promise (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Solemn Promise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Solemn Promise worth watching?
Solemn Promise holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Solemn Promise?
Solemn Promise stars Miki Manojlović, Iva Krajnc Bagola, Nebojša Dugalić, Radivoje Bukvić and Jovo Maksić.
When was Solemn Promise released?
Solemn Promise was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.