Squaring the Circle (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1984, Squaring the Circle is a drama and tv movie film directed by Mike Hodges, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. An account of how Lech Walesa and the "Solidarity" trade union confronted the might of Communist dictatorship in Poland.
Who’s in it. Squaring the Circle stars Richard Crenna as The Narrator, Bernard Hill as Lech Walesa, Alec McCowen as Rakowski and Roy Kinnear as Kania, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Squaring the Circle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Squaring the Circle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Squaring the Circle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Squaring the Circle (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Squaring the Circle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Squaring the Circle worth watching?
- Squaring the Circle holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Squaring the Circle?
- Squaring the Circle stars Richard Crenna, Bernard Hill, Alec McCowen, Roy Kinnear and John Woodvine.
- When was Squaring the Circle released?
- Squaring the Circle was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.