Varian's War (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2001, Varian's War is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Lionel Chetwynd, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. Varian Fry rescues more than 2,000 artists from Nazi persecution during World War II.
Who’s in it. Varian's War stars William Hurt as Varian Fry, Julia Ormond as Miriam Davenport, Matt Craven as Beamish and Maury Chaykin as Marcello, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Varian's War 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 Varian's War page.
If you liked it. Fans of Varian's War tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Varian's War (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Varian's War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Varian's War worth watching?
- Varian's War holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Varian's War?
- Varian's War stars William Hurt, Julia Ormond, Matt Craven, Maury Chaykin and Alan Arkin.
- When was Varian's War released?
- Varian's War was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.