The Key (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1971, The Key is a drama and history film directed by Vladimír Čech, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Jan Zika is the legendary hero of the communist resistance movement during World War II and leading functionary of the second underground Central Committee of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia.
Who’s in it. The Key stars František Vicena as Jan Zika, Wilhelm Koch-Hooge as Friedrich, Zdeněk Kampf as Nergl and Vlasta Vlasáková as Milada, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Key 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 Key page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Key tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Key (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Key change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Key worth watching?
- The Key holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Key?
- The Key stars František Vicena, Wilhelm Koch-Hooge, Zdeněk Kampf, Vlasta Vlasáková and Eva Jiroušková.
- When was The Key released?
- The Key was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.