
An unforgettable Mercouri experience, the film follows a determined single mother who, amid the hardships of World‑War‑era Europe, moves with her young son from Leningrad to Krakow and finally to France. Despite relentless challenges, she remains fiercely ambitious for his future and never relinquishes her resolve.
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Explore the complete cast of Promise at Dawn, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.

Charles Millot
Film Director (uncredited)

Didier Haudepin
Romain Kacew age 15

Olga Valéry
(uncredited)

Van Doude
Officer (uncredited)

Fernand Gravey
Jean-Michel Serusier

Jean Martin
Igor Igorevitch

Muni
Angélique

Assi Dayan
Romain Kacew age 25

Rufus
Russian Violin Teacher (uncredited)

Katia Tchenko
Actress (uncredited)

Dennis Berry
Belle Gueule

Romain Bouteille
Film Director (uncredited)

Despo Diamantidou
Aniela

Dominique Zardi
(uncredited)

Jean Rupert
Buyer (uncredited)

Philippe Castelli
Crew Member (uncredited)

Christian de Tillière
Russian Dance Teacher (uncredited)

Jacqueline Duc
Madame de Rare

Roland Dubillard
Teacher (uncredited)

Maria Machado
Nathalie Lissenko

Jacques Santi
Soldier (uncredited)

Robert Lombard
Negresco Doorman (uncredited)

Melina Mercouri
Nina Kacewa

Marcel Charvey
Officer (uncredited)

Jacqueline Porel
Madame Mailer

Julie Dassin
Romain's Friend

Elspeth March
Fat Woman

René Clermont
Mr. Piekielny

Carol Cole
Louison, nurse

Christian Duvaleix
Hotel Manager (uncredited)

François Raffoul
Romain Kacew age 9

Marina Nestora
Mariette

Audrey Berindey
Valentine Mailer

Thérèse Thoreux
Silent Film Heroine
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