Pan Tadeusz (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1999, Pan Tadeusz is a drama and romance film directed by Andrzej Wajda, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. A grand and patriotic tale of Poland's struggle for freedom just before Napoleon's war with Russia. Written in poetic style by Adam Mickiewicz, this story follows two feuding Polish families as they overcome their old conflicts and petty lives. However, they are able to unite as one with their patriotic and rebellious efforts to free the country they deeply love from Russian control.
Who’s in it. Pan Tadeusz stars Bogusław Linda as Jacek Soplica, Daniel Olbrychski as Gerwazy, Grażyna Szapołowska as Telimena and Andrzej Seweryn as Richter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Pan Tadeusz 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 Pan Tadeusz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pan Tadeusz tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pan Tadeusz (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pan Tadeusz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pan Tadeusz worth watching?
- Pan Tadeusz holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pan Tadeusz?
- Pan Tadeusz stars Bogusław Linda, Daniel Olbrychski, Grażyna Szapołowska, Andrzej Seweryn and Michal Zebrowski.
- When was Pan Tadeusz released?
- Pan Tadeusz was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.