Forbidden Songs (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1947, Forbidden Songs is a war and music film directed by Leonard Buczkowski, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Set during the German occupation of Warsaw during WWII, this musical tells the story of several inhabitants of the same tenement house.
Who’s in it. Forbidden Songs stars Danuta Szaflarska as Halina Tokarska, Janina Ordężanka as Halina and Roman's mother, Jerzy Duszyński as Roman Tokarski and Jan Świderski as Ryszard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Forbidden Songs 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 Forbidden Songs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Songs tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forbidden Songs (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forbidden Songs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forbidden Songs worth watching?
- Forbidden Songs holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Forbidden Songs?
- Forbidden Songs stars Danuta Szaflarska, Janina Ordężanka, Jerzy Duszyński, Jan Świderski and Jan Kurnakowicz.
- When was Forbidden Songs released?
- Forbidden Songs was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.