The Forgotten Faces (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1961, The Forgotten Faces is a drama, war and history film directed by Peter Watkins, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. “The Forgotten Faces (1961), a film reconstruction of the Hungarian revolution of 1956, won Watkins another amateur Oscar, and to this day, the film is praised in England as "one of the most memorable amateur films ever made".
Who’s in it. The Forgotten Faces stars Frank Hickey, Michael Roy, John Newing and Stan Mercer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Forgotten Faces has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Forgotten Faces page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forgotten Faces tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forgotten Faces (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Forgotten Faces change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Forgotten Faces worth watching?
- The Forgotten Faces holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Forgotten Faces?
- The Forgotten Faces stars Frank Hickey, Michael Roy, John Newing, Stan Mercer and Irene Mallaid.
- When was The Forgotten Faces released?
- The Forgotten Faces was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.