

Kanal (1957)
The Claustrophobic Nightmare of War
170 votes on TMDBReleased April 20, 1957Runtime 1h 36mDirector Andrzej Wajda
In the last few days of the Warsaw Uprising during World War II, a modest group of Resistance members remains. The band must take refuge in the sewers under the orders of leader Zadra, but it's only a matter of time before they will have to emerge. However, when they try, they are met only with intense hostility from the Nazis. Despite their attempts stay resolute through immense mental strain, it becomes increasingly apparent that they may be doomed.
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Cast of Kanal

Teresa Iżewska
"Daisy"
Tadeusz Janczar
Ensign "Korab"
Wieńczysław Gliński
Lieutenant "Zadra"
Tadeusz Gwiazdowski
Sergeant "Kula"
Stanisław Mikulski
"Smukły"
Emil Karewicz
Lieutenant "Mądry"
Vladek Sheybal
Michał
Zofia Lindorf
Woman searching for a Daughter
Janina Jabłonowska
Woman shouting at Resistance Members
Jan Englert
"Zefir"
Kazimierz Dejunowicz
Captain "Zabawa"
Zdzisław Leśniak
"Mały"About Kanal
Where can I watch Kanal?
Kanal is currently streaming in the United States on Criterion Channel.
Who stars in Kanal?
Kanal stars Teresa Iżewska, Tadeusz Janczar, Wieńczysław Gliński, Tadeusz Gwiazdowski, Stanisław Mikulski.
Who directed Kanal?
Kanal was directed by Andrzej Wajda.
How long is Kanal?
Kanal has a runtime of 1h 36m.
What is Kanal about?
In the last few days of the Warsaw Uprising during World War II, a modest group of Resistance members remains. The band must take refuge in the sewers under the orders of leader Zadra, but it's only a matter of time before they will have to emerge. However, when they try, they are met only with intense hostility from the Nazis. Despite their attempts stay resolute through immense mental strain, it becomes increasingly apparent that they may be doomed.
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