80 Million (2011): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2011, 80 Million is an action, drama and history film directed by Waldemar Krzystek, running about 80 minutes. “Solidarity activists prepare a bravura heist, taking out 80 mln from a union bank account just before it is blocked by communist authorities.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A movie about the power of thousands, the courage of hundreds and friendship of a few, thanks to whom a change of fate of millions became possible. Poland, lower Silesia, the beginning of a very cold winter 1981. After a series of entrapments by the security service a confrontation between the opposition and the communists seems to be inevitable. Just before the proclamation of martial law a group of young solidarity activists decide to play va banque and organize a rash action to take out 80 million of the union money from one of the Wroclaw’s banks before the account is blocked. Security service officers follow their steps. It’s the beginning of a gripping tournament in which also priests and curb dealers will play their parts. Each side has aces up their sleeve.

Who’s in it. 80 Million stars Krzysztof Czeczot as Józef Pinior, Wojciech Solarz as Stanisław Huskowski, Maciej Makowski as Piotr Bednarz and Paweł Domagała as Tomek, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, 80 Million 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 80 Million page.

If you liked it. Fans of 80 Million tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.