Book of Days (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1989, Book of Days is a drama film directed by Meredith Monk, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. This film is a rich and haunting reinvention of medieval life that never loses its contemporary perspective. When the plague afflicts a village, this world seems to go up in an apocalypse of hatred and disease that presages our own century.
Who’s in it. Book of Days stars Robert Een as Soldier, Donna M. Fields as Tribeswoman, Wayne Hankin as Traveling Storyteller and Lanny Harrison as Jewish Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Book of Days 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 Book of Days page.
If you liked it. Fans of Book of Days tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Book of Days (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Book of Days change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Book of Days worth watching?
- Book of Days holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Book of Days?
- Book of Days stars Robert Een, Donna M. Fields, Wayne Hankin, Lanny Harrison and Lucas Hoving.
- When was Book of Days released?
- Book of Days was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.