Attack and Retreat (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1964, Attack and Retreat is a drama, war and history film directed by Giuseppe De Santis, running about 148 minutes. “They were damned by fate and dogged by a deadly foe!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Chronicle of the unheralded and unsuccessful invasion of the Soviet Union by the Italian army during World War II.
Who’s in it. Attack and Retreat stars Tatyana Samoylova as Sonya, Andrea Checchi as Sermonti, Raffaele Pisu as Gabrielli and Zhanna Prokhorenko as Katya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Attack and Retreat 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 Attack and Retreat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Attack and Retreat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Attack and Retreat (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Attack and Retreat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Attack and Retreat worth watching?
- Attack and Retreat holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Attack and Retreat?
- Attack and Retreat stars Tatyana Samoylova, Andrea Checchi, Raffaele Pisu, Zhanna Prokhorenko and Arthur Kennedy.
- When was Attack and Retreat released?
- Attack and Retreat was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 148 minutes.