The Outlaw (1980)

A Yugoslav war drama about two WWI veterans whose bond fractures when one upholds the law and the other becomes a fugitive.

The Outlaw - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Hajduk
  • Release Year: 1980
  • Directed by: Aleksandar Petković
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: War, Drama
  • Runtime: 1h 31m
  • Original Language: SH
  • Spoken Languages: Serbo-Croatian
  • Release Date (Theatrical): January 1, 1980 (RS)
  • Production Companies: Film Danas
  • Production Countries: Yugoslavia

The Outlaw - Plot

After WWI, two friends, awarded officers return to their lives in peacetime. One of them becomes a commander of the gendarme's, while the other gets into conflict with the authorities and gets imprisoned, but escapes soon. A former hero becomes an outlaw hunted by the police.

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The Outlaw - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Aleksandar Petković

Main Cast

  • Svetozar Cvetković
  • Branislav Lečić
  • Danica Maksimović
  • Pavle Vuisić
  • Dušan Janićijević
  • Vladan Živković
  • Branko Cvejić
  • Veljko Mandić
  • Ljubomir Ćipranić
  • Dragomir Felba

Writers

  • Danko Popović

The Outlaw - FAQs

What is The Outlaw (1980) about?

The Outlaw follows two decorated WWI officers who return to peacetime Yugoslavia and take sharply different paths. One becomes a gendarmerie commander, while the other falls into conflict with the authorities, is imprisoned, escapes, and transforms from celebrated hero into a hunted fugitive.

Where can I watch The Outlaw (1980)?

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Who are the main actors in The Outlaw?

The film stars Svetozar Cvetković as Ivan Kondić and Branislav Lečić as Kapetan Topolac in the two central roles. The supporting cast includes Danica Maksimović, Pavle Vuisić, Dušan Janićijević, Vladan Živković, Branko Cvejić, and Veljko Mandić.

Is The Outlaw based on a true story?

The Outlaw is based on the novel Hajduk by Danko Popović, who also wrote the screenplay. While the story draws on the historical and social atmosphere of interwar Yugoslavia, it is a work of fiction rather than a direct account of real events.

Who directed The Outlaw (1980)?

The Outlaw was directed by Aleksandar Petković, a Yugoslav filmmaker. The screenplay was written by Danko Popović, adapting his own novel Hajduk. The film was produced by Film Danas and released in Yugoslavia in 1980.

What genre is The Outlaw (1980)?

The Outlaw is classified as a War and Drama film. Set in the aftermath of World War I in Yugoslavia, it blends the social tensions of the interwar period with a character-driven narrative about loyalty, justice, and the fine line between heroism and outlawry.

How long is The Outlaw (1980)?

The Outlaw has a runtime of 91 minutes, or approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes. The film was released in Yugoslavia on January 1, 1980, and is spoken in Serbo-Croatian.

What are movies similar to The Outlaw (1980)?

If you enjoyed The Outlaw, you may also like Thunderbolt and Lightfoot (1974), 3:10 to Yuma (1957), The Proposition (2005), and The Hunting Party (2007). These films share themes of outlawry, moral ambiguity, and men caught between the law and their own codes of honor.

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