Punishment (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1965, Punishment is a drama and romance film directed by Andreas Katsimitsoulias.

What it’s about. A poor teacher, living with her disabled father and lazy brother, falls in love with a doctor. The doctor's mother tries to prevent the romance and helps get the teacher fired from the school. The teacher ends up becoming a singer, but she never forgets her lover...

Who’s in it. Punishment stars Eleni Anousaki, Kostas Kakavas, Yorgos Moutsios and Lavrentis Dianellos, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Punishment 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 Punishment page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Punishment (1965)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Punishment change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Punishment worth watching?
Punishment holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Punishment?
Punishment stars Eleni Anousaki, Kostas Kakavas, Yorgos Moutsios, Lavrentis Dianellos and Soula Athanasiadou.
When was Punishment released?
Punishment was released in 1965.