Movie
Kanal
The Claustrophobic Nightmare of War
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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Checked Sep 2, 2026
Kanal is available to stream on Kanopy and The Criterion Channel in United States. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Synopsis
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.
More about Kanal
Cast
Teresa Iżewska"Daisy"
Tadeusz JanczarEnsign "Korab"
Wieńczysław GlińskiLieutenant "Zadra"
Tadeusz GwiazdowskiSergeant "Kula"
Stanisław Mikulski"Smukły"
Emil KarewiczLieutenant "Mądry"
Vladek SheybalMichałCredits
- Directed by
- Andrzej Wajda
- Written by
- Jerzy Stefan Stawiński
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- Polish
- Original title
- Kanał
Production
- Zespół Filmowy KadrPoland
