Jumping Over Puddles (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1971, Jumping Over Puddles is a drama and family film directed by Karel Kachyňa, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. This Czechoslovakian children’s film takes place during the last days of the Austro-Hungarian empire. The young son of a horse trainer loves nothing more than riding his horse, until he is stricken by polio…
Who’s in it. Jumping Over Puddles stars Vladimír Dlouhý as Adam, Zdena Hadrbolcová as matka, Karel Hlušička as otec and Vladimír Šmeral as Ambrož, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Jumping Over Puddles has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jumping Over Puddles page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jumping Over Puddles tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jumping Over Puddles (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jumping Over Puddles change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jumping Over Puddles worth watching?
- Jumping Over Puddles holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jumping Over Puddles?
- Jumping Over Puddles stars Vladimír Dlouhý, Zdena Hadrbolcová, Karel Hlušička, Vladimír Šmeral and Darja Hajská.
- When was Jumping Over Puddles released?
- Jumping Over Puddles was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.