The Survivor (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1961, The Survivor is a war and tv movie film directed by Kurt Jung-Alsen, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. During the Allied retreat on Dunkirk in May 1940, 99 captured English soldiers and officers were shot by an SS unit in a French village. The only survivor of the massacre Albert Pooley stakes health and life to find the murderer of his comrades. The television film shows the international solidarity of ordinary people, who are brought together by the memory of a terrible war crime and make this crime atone for. Based on a factual report by Cyril Jolly.
Who’s in it. The Survivor stars Garfield Morgan as Albert Pooley, John Rees as Bill Carter, Andrew Ray as Nobby and Lawrence Davidson as English lieutenant, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Survivor has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Survivor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Survivor tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Survivor (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Survivor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Survivor worth watching?
- The Survivor holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Survivor?
- The Survivor stars Garfield Morgan, John Rees, Andrew Ray, Lawrence Davidson and Ferdy Mayne.
- When was The Survivor released?
- The Survivor was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.