Pugowitza (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1981, Pugowitza is a drama and war film directed by Jürgen Brauer, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. World War II is over and Heinrich, a young German boy, influenced by the Russians, starts to act according to Communist principles in a small German village.
Who’s in it. Pugowitza stars Axel Griesau as Heinrich, Szymon Szurmiej as Komarek, Käthe Reichel as Mutter Kriepsch and Karla Runkehl as Frau Sagoreit, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Pugowitza 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 Pugowitza page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pugowitza tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pugowitza (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pugowitza change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pugowitza worth watching?
- Pugowitza holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Pugowitza?
- Pugowitza stars Axel Griesau, Szymon Szurmiej, Käthe Reichel, Karla Runkehl and Viola Schweizer.
- When was Pugowitza released?
- Pugowitza was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.