In the 2008 film Defiance, Daniel Craig stars as Tuvia Bielski, Liev Schreiber as Zus Bielski, and Jamie Bell as Asael Bielski, leading a group of Jewish partisans in WWII.
Main cast
- Tuvia BielskiDaniel CraigMain
- Zus BielskiLiev SchreiberMain
- Asael BielskiJamie BellMain
Supporting cast
- Lilka TicktinAlexa DavalosSupp
- Shimon HaretzAllan CordunerSupp
- Isaac MalbinMark FeuersteinSupp
- Aron BielskiGeorge MacKaySupp
- ChayaMia WasikowskaSupp
Guest & voice
- Victor PanchenkoRavil IsyanovGuest
- GrafTomas AranaGuest
- Yehuda BielskiJacek KomanGuest
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About this cast
Defiance is a 2008 war film based on the true story of the Bielski partisans. The film follows three brothers who lead a Jewish resistance group in the forests of Belarus during World War II. Daniel Craig, Liev Schreiber, and Jamie Bell deliver powerful performances as the Bielski brothers.
FAQs
Who plays Tuvia Bielski in Defiance?
Daniel Craig plays Tuvia Bielski, the eldest brother and leader of the Bielski partisans.
Who plays Zus Bielski in Defiance?
Liev Schreiber plays Zus Bielski, the second brother who initially joins the Soviet partisans.
Who plays Asael Bielski in Defiance?
Jamie Bell plays Asael Bielski, the youngest brother who supports Tuvia’s leadership.
Is Defiance based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on the true story of the Bielski partisans, a group of Jewish resistance fighters who saved over 1,200 lives during WWII.
What year was Defiance released?
Defiance was released in 2008.
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