The Disciples (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1985, The Disciples is a drama film directed by Géza Bereményi, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The heroes of this story, based on real events at the end of the 1930s and during World War II, face and dismiss the illusions of intellectuals about their ability to transform society. Professor Magyary and his disciples hoped to promote the modernisation of Hungarian society through a radical reform of public administration.
Who’s in it. The Disciples stars Károly Eperjes as Fehér József, Kornél Gelley as Magyary Zoltán, Rajhona Ádám as Teleki Pál and György Cserhalmi as Alex gróf, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Disciples 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 The Disciples page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Disciples tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Disciples (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Disciples change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Disciples worth watching?
- The Disciples holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Disciples?
- The Disciples stars Károly Eperjes, Kornél Gelley, Rajhona Ádám, György Cserhalmi and Juli Básti.
- When was The Disciples released?
- The Disciples was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.