Riders in the Sky (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1968, Riders in the Sky is a drama and war film directed by Jindřich Polák, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. This movie is realistic and even crude, and maybe that is the reason, why it's so impressive. Instead of romantic (nearly melodramatic) scenes, incorporated to the Sverak's "Tmavomodry svet" (Dark Blue World) it offers stories from ordinary, cruel life of Czech pilots in Great Britain. And it's even more deeper. The final scene with two soldiers - Czech and German, which are not enemies more, when the both men are facing their destiny in despair... Some of the most haunting moments includes also story of soldier, which received serious face injury and now must try to reconcile himself... The main storyline follows the story of two young Czech pilots - Student (falling to an unhappy romance with British radio-operator) and Prcek, both excellently acted (by remarkable talents Jiri Bednar and Jiri Hrzan).
Who’s in it. Riders in the Sky stars Jiří Bednář as Student, Jiří Hrzán as Prcek, Svatopluk Matyáš as Pavel and Elsie Randolph as Nurse Henderson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Riders in the Sky has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riders in the Sky page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riders in the Sky tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Riders in the Sky (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riders in the Sky change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Riders in the Sky worth watching?
- Riders in the Sky holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Riders in the Sky?
- Riders in the Sky stars Jiří Bednář, Jiří Hrzán, Svatopluk Matyáš, Elsie Randolph and Jana Nováková.
- When was Riders in the Sky released?
- Riders in the Sky was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.