Prime Time
Synopsis
On the last day of 1999, 20-year-old Sebastian locks himself in a TV studio. He has two hostages, a gun, and an important message for the world. The story of the attack explores a rebel’s extreme measures and last resort.
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Bartosz Bielenia
Sebastian
Magdalena Popławska
Mira Kryle
Andrzej Kłak
Security Guard Grzegorz
Małgorzata Hajewska-Krzysztofik
Laura Kołodziej
Dobromir Dymecki
Krzysztof Jedynak
Monika Frajczyk
Negotiator Lena
Cezary Kosiński
Negotiator Piotr
Adam Nawojczyk
Andrzej Kostecki
Juliusz Chrząstowski
Sebastian's Father
Pola Błasik
Kasia Jaworska
Michał Kaleta
Head of Anti-Terrorists
Marek Kasprzyk
Security Boss
Miron Jagniewski
Voice in the Phone (voice)
Olga Miłaszewska
Jadwiga Jeżewska (voice)
Jan Nosal
Agnieszka Podsiadlik
Journalist Monika (voice)
Jolanta Rychłowska
Julian Świeżewski
Dawid (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 30, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jakub Piątek
- Screenplay & Story
- Jakub Piątek, Łukasz Czapski
- Original Title
- Prime Time
- Country of Origin
- Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Watchout Studio, Krakowskie Biuro Festiwalowe, TVN
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jakub Piątek
Jakub Piątek, Łukasz Czapski
Michał Łuka
Jarosław Kamiński, Urszula Klimek-Piątek
Jakub Razowski
Department Leadership Roster
Jakub Razowski
Producer
Jakub Piątek
Director
Tomasz Krzemieniecki
Stunt Coordinator
Michał Łuka
Director of Photography
Jarosław Kamiński
Editor
Urszula Klimek-Piątek
Editor
Katarzyna Jędrzejczyk
Production Design
Hanna Podraza
Costume Design
Jakub Piątek
Screenplay
Łukasz Czapski
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Prime Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prime Time
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prime Time about?
On the last day of 1999, 20-year-old Sebastian locks himself in a TV studio. He has two hostages, a gun, and an important message for the world. The story of the attack explores a rebel’s extreme measures and last resort.
Who directed Prime Time?
Prime Time was directed by Jakub Piątek.
Who stars in Prime Time?
The principal cast of Prime Time includes Bartosz Bielenia, Magdalena Popławska, Andrzej Kłak, Małgorzata Hajewska-Krzysztofik, Dobromir Dymecki.
When was Prime Time released and how long is it?
Prime Time was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Prime Time?
Prime Time holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).