The Witness (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1969, The Witness is a comedy and drama film directed by Péter Bacsó, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. At the height of the Rákosi era, an ordinary dike keeper, József Pelikán, has been caught for illegally slaughtering his pig. Instead of doing hard time for his "heinous" crime, Pelikán is elevated into an important position, generally reserved for the communist elite. His new benefactor, the mysterious Comrade Virág, is reluctant to reveal the real reason behind Pelikán's preferential treatment.
Who’s in it. The Witness stars Ferenc Kállai as Pelikán József, gátőr, Lajos Őze as Virág Árpád, Zoltán Fábri as Dániel Zoltán and Béla Both as Bástya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Witness sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Witness page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Witness tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Witness (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Witness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Witness worth watching?
- The Witness holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Witness?
- The Witness stars Ferenc Kállai, Lajos Őze, Zoltán Fábri, Béla Both and Lili Monori.
- When was The Witness released?
- The Witness was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.