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Counter-Attack (1945): cast, story & where to watch

1945 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1945, Counter-Attack is a drama and war film directed by Zoltan Korda, running about 90 minutes. “YOU WILL NEVER LIVE A MORE SINISTER DRAMA...NOR A MORE EXCITING ONE!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two Russians fight to escape the seven Nazi soldiers trapped with them in a bombed building.

Who’s in it. Counter-Attack stars Paul Muni as Alexei Kulkov, Marguerite Chapman as Lisa Elenko, Larry Parks as Kirichenko and Harro Meller as Ernemann, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Counter-Attack has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Counter-Attack page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Counter-Attack (1945)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Counter-Attack change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Counter-Attack worth watching?
Counter-Attack holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Counter-Attack?
Counter-Attack stars Paul Muni, Marguerite Chapman, Larry Parks, Harro Meller and Roman Bohnen.
When was Counter-Attack released?
Counter-Attack was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.