Plot — What is The Good Soldier Švejk about?
Good-natured and garrulous, Schweik becomes the Austrian army's most loyal Czech soldier when he is called up on the outbreak of World War I -- although his bumbling attempts to get to the front serve only to prevent him from reaching it. Playing cards and getting drunk, he uses all his cunning and genial subterfuge to deal with the police, clergy, and officers who chivy him toward battle.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1957 |
| Genre | Comedy, War |
| Language | CS |
| Runtime | 108 min |
| Audience Score | 75% (7.5/10, 43 votes) |
The Good Soldier Švejk — FAQ
Is The Good Soldier Švejk worth watching? The Good Soldier Švejk holds a 7.5/10 rating from 43 viewers. Good-natured and garrulous, Schweik becomes the Austrian army's most loyal Czech soldier when he is called up on the outbreak of World War I -- although his bumbling attempts to get to the front serve only to prevent him
Who directed The Good Soldier Švejk? Directed by Karel Steklý.
Who is in the cast of The Good Soldier Švejk? It stars Rudolf Hrušínský, Eva Svobodová, Josef Hlinomaz, František Filipovský, Miloš Kopecký, Svatopluk Beneš and more.
Where can I stream The Good Soldier Švejk? You can stream The Good Soldier Švejk on Klassiki. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Good Soldier Švejk release? It released in 1957.
