Prodigal Son (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 8

Prodigal Son poster

Released in 1984, Prodigal Son is a drama and tv movie film directed by Marijonas Giedrys, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. After living in the city for ten years, Vilius returns to the farmstead, where his older brother Petras, the chief livestock specialist of the collective farm, still lives. An internal conflict with his brother, an overly energetic person, will not prevent Vilius from finding his place in life here.

Who’s in it. Prodigal Son stars Rimas Morkūnas as Vilius, Doloresa Kazragytė as Birutė, Petro žmona, Uldis Vazdiks as Petras and Brone Braskyte as Liuda, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Prodigal Son 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 Prodigal Son page.

If you liked it. Fans of Prodigal Son tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Prodigal Son (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prodigal Son change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Prodigal Son worth watching?
Prodigal Son holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Prodigal Son?
Prodigal Son stars Rimas Morkūnas, Doloresa Kazragytė, Uldis Vazdiks, Brone Braskyte and Ieva Gurinaitė-Paskienė.
When was Prodigal Son released?
Prodigal Son was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.