Only the Dead Can Answer
Originally released in 1969. Only the Dead Can Answer is a crime film. directed by Sylwester Chęciński. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ryszard Filipski, Ewa Wiśniewska, and Janusz Kłosiński
Synopsis
Police captain Wójcik conducts an investigation into the murder of a cashier from a state-owned enterprise. Despite seemingly numerous leads, the investigation gets stuck in a dead end – the victim had no enemies and nothing was stolen. Despite closing the case Wójcik feels that the key to solving the mystery is the murdered cashier and his past. Exploring this plot, he discovers a full-fledged spy affair, however, trying to catch the real murderer, he’ll have to risk his life, health and career.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 2, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
PL
Original language
Country
Poland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ryszard Filipski
as Paweł Wójcik
Ewa Wiśniewska
as Renata Makuch
Janusz Kłosiński
as Marczuk / Malik
Bogusław Sochnacki
as Sgt. Franciszek Kłosek
Witold Pyrkosz
as Lt. Witek
Tadeusz Schmidt
as Broniak aka Tomasz Kardel
Eliasz Kuziemski
as Major
Jadwiga Chojnacka
as Marianna Wiatryk
Bolesław Płotnicki
as Doctor Boleslaw Sedlak
Jolanta Lothe
as Monika Kulig
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PL
Production Companies
- Zespół Filmowy "Iluzjon"
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Only the Dead Can Answer about?
Police captain Wójcik conducts an investigation into the murder of a cashier from a state-owned enterprise. Despite seemingly numerous leads, the investigation gets stuck in a dead end – the vic...
Who directed Only the Dead Can Answer?
Only the Dead Can Answer was directed by Sylwester Chęciński.
How long is Only the Dead Can Answer?
Only the Dead Can Answer has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Only the Dead Can Answer released?
Only the Dead Can Answer was released on December 2, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Only the Dead Can Answer?
The main cast of Only the Dead Can Answer includes Ryszard Filipski, Ewa Wiśniewska, Janusz Kłosiński, Bogusław Sochnacki, Witold Pyrkosz.