A Lonely Woman (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1987, A Lonely Woman is a drama film directed by Agnieszka Holland, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Irena, a postal delivery worker, is struggling with inadequate housing, a drunk neighbor who wants to take her place, and a heartless boss, knowing that the whole day at work, she is leaving her young son. But the worst is the loneliness, exacerbated by her single mother status. She meets a crippled pensioner Jacek, who appears to be the key to her happiness, but tragedy continues to strike.
Who’s in it. A Lonely Woman stars Maria Chwalibóg as Irena Misiak, Bogusław Linda as Jacek Grochala, Sława Kwaśniewska as Ciotka Ireny and Krzysztof Zaleski as Dróżnik Marolewski, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, A Lonely Woman 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 A Lonely Woman page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Lonely Woman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Lonely Woman (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Lonely Woman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Lonely Woman worth watching?
- A Lonely Woman holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Lonely Woman?
- A Lonely Woman stars Maria Chwalibóg, Bogusław Linda, Sława Kwaśniewska, Krzysztof Zaleski and Bożena Baranowska.
- When was A Lonely Woman released?
- A Lonely Woman was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.