Shadow (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1956, Shadow is a crime film directed by Jerzy Kawalerowicz, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. A man has been found dead after having been hurled from a train. As security agents, police and a medical examiner piece together his identity, three accounts emerge: one set during World War II, one in the immediate aftermath of the war, and one in contemporary Poland.
Who’s in it. Shadow stars Zygmunt Kęstowicz as Knyszyn, Adolf Chronicki as Karbowski, Emil Karewicz as Jasiczka and Ignacy Machowski as Shadow, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Shadow 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 Shadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadow (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shadow worth watching?
- Shadow holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadow?
- Shadow stars Zygmunt Kęstowicz, Adolf Chronicki, Emil Karewicz, Ignacy Machowski and Tadeusz Jurasz.
- When was Shadow released?
- Shadow was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.