The Ear (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1970, The Ear is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Karel Kachyňa, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Senior ministry official Ludvik and his wife Anna come back from an official party only to find their home has been broken into and is riddled with listening devices. A harrowing night follows as the couple becomes more and more paranoid that they’re being targeted by the government.
Who’s in it. The Ear stars Radoslav Brzobohatý as Ludvik, Jiřina Bohdalová as Anna, Gustav Opočenský and Miloslav Holub, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Ear has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ear page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ear tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ear (1970)?
- In US, The Ear is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ear worth watching?
- The Ear holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Ear?
- The Ear stars Radoslav Brzobohatý, Jiřina Bohdalová, Gustav Opočenský, Miloslav Holub and Lubor Tokoš.
- When was The Ear released?
- The Ear was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.