The Witness (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1986, The Witness is a war and drama film directed by Valeri Rybarev, running about 160 minutes.
What it’s about. An orphaned boy unlocks terrifying memories from the “kinderheim” concentration camp upon attending a trial of collaborators.
Who’s in it. The Witness stars Olegar Fedoro as Mishukov, the torturer, Mikhail Gilevich as Kolya Letechka, Svetlana Kopylova as Lena and Nina Usatova as Headmistress, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Witness 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 Witness page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Witness tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Witness (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Witness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Witness worth watching?
- The Witness holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Witness?
- The Witness stars Olegar Fedoro, Mikhail Gilevich, Svetlana Kopylova, Nina Usatova and Victor Rybchinskiy.
- When was The Witness released?
- The Witness was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.