Czech Films Blog

The Bob and Bobby Movie: On the Trail of the Carrot Eater – Now Available on DVD!
The iconic magician’s rabbits, Bob and Bobby, finally hop into their very own feature film – now released on DVD! In The Bob and Bobby Movie: On th...

Autumn Spring: A Restored Masterpiece About the Art of Living – Now on Blu-ray
One of the most beloved Czech films of the post-communist era has returned in a beautifully remastered Blu-ray edition. Autumn Spring (Babí léto, 2...

Through Thick and Thin: A Comedy That Feels More Like Theater
Watching Through Thick and Thin, I found myself feeling a little conflicted. On one hand, I was entertained. The film made me laugh, and the chemis...

Princess Goldenhair – A New Czech Fairy Tale Full of Magic and Adventure Now on DVD and Blu-ray
The beloved Czech fairy tale returns in a new adaptation now available on DVD and Blu-ray: Princess Goldenhair (Zlatovláska).
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Jiří Bartoška (1947–2025) – A Legend of Czech Culture Has Passed
On May 8, 2025, at the age of 78, Jiří Bartoška passed away – an exceptional actor, a respected cultural figure, and for three decades the charisma...

The Fabulous World of Jules Verne (Vynález zkázy) – Newly Restored Cinematic Gem by Karel Zeman
Legendary Czechoslovak director Karel Zeman's film "The Fabulous World of Jules Verne" is inspired by Jules Verne's novel of the same name, creatin...

Dark Blue World (Tmavomodrý svět, 2001) – A Powerful Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Love
Jan Svěrák's Dark Blue World stands among the most successful Czech films of recent decades. This wartime drama and love story pays tribute to the ...

Proud Princess (Pyšná princezna) – A Charming Animated Remake of a Czech Fairy Tale Classic
The beloved Czech fairy tale "Proud Princess" returns in a delightful new animated version, capturing the hearts of children and adults alike. This...

Alois Švehlík (1939–2025), Legend of Czech Film and Dubbing, Has Passed Away
At the age of 85, renowned actor Alois Švehlík, a prominent figure in Czech film and television, known also for his distinctive dubbing voice, has ...

Big Beat / Sakali leta (1993) – Czech Rock 'n' Roll Freedom, Now Remastered on Blu-ray 🎸✨
Set in Prague in 1959, Šakalí léta (Big Beat) is an energetic musical comedy celebrating rock 'n' roll, freedom, and youthful rebellion against con...

Báječná léta pod psa (1997) – Wonderful Years That Sucked, Now Remastered on Blu-ray 🎬✨
Based on the bestselling novel by Michal Viewegh, Báječná léta pod psa (Wonderful Years That Sucked) is a bittersweet and humorous look at growing ...

The Merry Wives of Vok (Svatby pana Voka, 1970) – A Witty Historical Comedy Full of Charm 🎬👑
Take a step back into the Rudolfine era with The Merry Wives of Vok (Svatby pana Voka), a clever and elegant historical comedy directed by Karel St...