The Game (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1969, The Game is a drama film directed by Jerzy Kawalerowicz, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Professionally active, childless, married woman loses her father during a business trip. With an overwhelming sense of transience and the fear of death, she doubts her attachment to her husband. It turns out that in marriage, too, he only plays his part, with greater or lesser conviction.
Who’s in it. The Game stars Lucyna Winnicka as Małgorzata, Gustaw Holoubek as Husband, Helena Bystrzanowska as Beautician and Małgorzata Braunek, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Game has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Game tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Game (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Game worth watching?
- The Game holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Game?
- The Game stars Lucyna Winnicka, Gustaw Holoubek, Helena Bystrzanowska, Małgorzata Braunek and Jolanta Lothe.
- When was The Game released?
- The Game was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.