Ciske the Rat (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1955, Ciske the Rat is a drama film directed by Wolfgang Staudte, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. “Ciske de Rat” belongs to the Dickensean “little man’s hard life” model and tells a deceptively simple story about a boy in modern Netherlands. Persecution, loneliness, adults’ hostility, fear, mixture of obstinacy and tenderness, and even an imprisonment. Excellent camera movement and delicate portraying of Ciske’s fragile soul put this film out of merely historical context and ensure its place in the history of great cinema.
Who’s in it. Ciske the Rat stars Dick van der Velde as Ciske de Rat, Kees Brusse as Onderwijzer Bruis, Jenny van Maerlant as Ciskes moeder and Riek Schagen as Tante Jans, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Ciske the Rat 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 Ciske the Rat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ciske the Rat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ciske the Rat (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ciske the Rat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ciske the Rat worth watching?
- Ciske the Rat holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ciske the Rat?
- Ciske the Rat stars Dick van der Velde, Kees Brusse, Jenny van Maerlant, Riek Schagen and Stine Lerou.
- When was Ciske the Rat released?
- Ciske the Rat was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.