Described as “powerful and horrifying,” a new biopic on HBO tells the story of Auschwitz survivor Harry Haft. The film is based on the book Harry Haft: Survivor of Auschwitz, Challenger of Rocky Marciano, written by Haft’s son, Alan Haft.
How to Watch ‘The Survivor’
- “The Survivor” premieres on April 27
- Stream it on HBO Max
About ‘The Survivor’
Based on the incredible true story of Harry Haft, the film reunites Levinson with award-winning actor Ben Foster. Foster stars in the lead role as Haft who, after being sent to Auschwitz, survives not only the unspeakable horrors of the camp, but the gladiatorial boxing spectacle he is forced to perform with his fellow prisoners for the amusement of his captors. Unbeknownst to those who try to destroy him, Haft’s will to survive is driven by his quest to reunite with the woman he loves.