Closely Watched Trains (1966): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch

Name: Closely Watched Trains
Director: Jiří Menzel
Genre: Comedy, Drama, War
Released: 1966
Duration: 93 min
Cast: Václav Neckář, Jitka Scoffin, Vladimír Valenta, Libuše Havelková, Josef Somr

What Closely Watched Trains Is About

At a village railway station in occupied Czechoslovakia, a bumbling dispatcher’s apprentice longs to liberate himself from his virginity. Oblivious to the war and the resistance that surrounds him, this young man embarks on a journey of sexual awakening and self-discovery, encountering a universe of frustration, eroticism, and adventure within his sleepy backwater depot.

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What is Closely Watched Trains about?

At a village railway station in occupied Czechoslovakia, a bumbling dispatcher’s apprentice longs to liberate himself from his virginity. Oblivious to the war and the resistance that surrounds him, this young man embarks on a journey of sexual awakening and self-discovery, encountering a universe of frustration, eroticism, and adventure within his sleepy backwater depot.

Where can I watch Closely Watched Trains?

Closely Watched Trains is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Klassiki, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Closely Watched Trains?

Closely Watched Trains runs for 93 minutes (1h 33m).

When did Closely Watched Trains come out?

Closely Watched Trains was released in 1966.

Who directed Closely Watched Trains?

Closely Watched Trains was directed by Jiří Menzel.

Who stars in Closely Watched Trains?

Closely Watched Trains stars Václav Neckář, Jitka Scoffin, Vladimír Valenta, Libuše Havelková.

What is Closely Watched Trains's rating?

Closely Watched Trains holds 7.6/10 on IMDb and 7.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 75 out of 100.