The Czech Year (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1947, The Czech Year is an animation film directed by Jiří Trnka, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. The first full-length puppet film made by Jiri Trnka. Like the painter Ales who illustrated the national songs, Trnka depicts the traditional customs and tales of the Czech village in six separate sequences: Shrovetide, Spring, Legend About St. Prokop, The Fair, The Feast and Bethlehem." A Treasury of Fairy-tales" made Trnka famous all over the world and it is a masterpiece of Czech and world animation.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Czech Year 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 The Czech Year page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Czech Year tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Czech Year (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Czech Year change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Czech Year worth watching?
- The Czech Year holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Czech Year released?
- The Czech Year was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.