The Forgotten Soldier (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2010, The Forgotten Soldier is a documentary film directed by Balázs Ravasz, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. Captured by the Red Army during World War II, Hungarian soldier András Toma was admitted to a Soviet psychiatric hospital. After disappearing from prisoner-of-war records, he was presumed dead in Hungary. Because his name was incorrectly recorded in medical documents and he spoke only Hungarian—mistaken by staff for incoherent speech—Toma spent decades misunderstood and isolated in the institution. Fifty-three years later, a visiting Slovak doctor recognised his language, triggering an investigation by Hungarian authorities. Toma was repatriated in 2000, believed to be the last prisoner of war from World War II to return home.
Who’s in it. The Forgotten Soldier stars András Toma as Himself and Anna Gabulya as Herself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Forgotten Soldier sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Forgotten Soldier page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forgotten Soldier (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Forgotten Soldier change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Forgotten Soldier worth watching?
- The Forgotten Soldier holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Forgotten Soldier?
- The Forgotten Soldier stars András Toma and Anna Gabulya.
- When was The Forgotten Soldier released?
- The Forgotten Soldier was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.