Thou Shalt Not Kill (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 1961, Thou Shalt Not Kill is a drama film directed by Claude Autant-Lara, running about 128 minutes.
What it’s about. At the end of World War II, a French pacifist is arrested for refusing to fight. In prison, he befriends a German priest arrested for murder of a French Resistance fighter. They discuss morality, obedience, and religion.
Who’s in it. Thou Shalt Not Kill stars Laurent Terzieff, Horst Frank, Miloje „Mića“ Orlović and Marijan Lovrić, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Thou Shalt Not Kill 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 Thou Shalt Not Kill page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thou Shalt Not Kill tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thou Shalt Not Kill (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thou Shalt Not Kill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thou Shalt Not Kill worth watching?
- Thou Shalt Not Kill holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Thou Shalt Not Kill?
- Thou Shalt Not Kill stars Laurent Terzieff, Horst Frank, Miloje „Mića“ Orlović, Marijan Lovrić and Suzanne Flon.
- When was Thou Shalt Not Kill released?
- Thou Shalt Not Kill was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.