Subs
Zmiennicy
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About
"Zmiennicy" is a grotesque comedy of absurdity and reality that masterfully blends slapstick, satire, and surrealism to expose the absurdities of life under communist rule in the People's Republic of Poland (PRL). The story follows Jacek Żytkiewicz, a taxi driver in Warsaw, and his mysterious new shift partner, Katarzyna Piórecka, who disguises herself as a man to get the job. The series is a comedy of the grotesque, filled with exaggerated characters, nonsensical bureaucracy, and surreal plot twists. It mocks the inefficiencies and contradictions of PRL institutions—from corrupt officials and inept police to bizarre workplace dynamics and social hypocrisy. Underneath the absurdity lies a thriller-like subplot: a drug trafficking operation smuggling heroin from Thailand to West Germany. This storyline, featuring shady sports officials, a Thai student, and a crooked firefighter, adds a layer of intrigue reminiscent of American crime dramas.
Cast
Mieczysław Hryniewicz
as Jacek Żytkiewicz
Ewa Błaszczyk
as Kasia Piórecka
Kazimierz Kaczor
as Zenon Kuśmider
Irena Kwiatkowska
as Maria Piórecka
Krystyna Kołodziejczyk
as Helena Koniuszkowa
Bronisław Pawlik
as Stanisław Lesiak
Piotr Pręgowski
as Krashan Bhamaradżanga
Krzysztof Kowalewski
as Tomasz Michalik
Adam Ferency
as militiaman Borkowski
Marian Opania
as Ceglarek
Zdzisław Wardejn
as Waldemar Barewicz
Janusz Rewiński
as Zdzisław Mroczkowski
Stefan Friedmann
as Docent
Artur Barciś
as Wiesio Ceglarek
Marek Siudym
as Stefan Parzydlak
Krzysztof Zaleski
as Łukasik
Ignacy Machowski
as Piórecki
Marcel Szytenchelm
as Marian Koniuszko
Wojciech Pokora
as Antoni Kłusek
Daniel Kozakiewicz
as Romek Piórecki
Seasons
Episodes
Season 1
Contract Prices
Jacek and Mr. Stanisław take turns driving an old taxi, which the WPT management is soon planning to replace with a new one. Meanwhile, Krashan Bhamaradżanga, a student from Thailand studying in Warsaw, is having trouble with his creditors. At the airport, he meets President Kłusek, who gives him an address where he can find people willing to help. Elsewhere, firefighter Zenon Kuśmider is illegally selling gasoline to fuel stations—gasoline he bought from railway workers. He’s making a tidy profit from the scheme.
The Last Course
After returning from his final shift, Stanisław begins repairing his battered old taxi. Suddenly, a statue of a mouse falls onto the car—having detached from a helicopter in flight. It’s a rough day for President Michalik as well: on his way to meet his lover, he falls into a sewer trench. Both men end up in the same hospital. Michalik’s wife, the daughter of a prominent party official, arranges top-tier care for her husband. However, a mix-up in patient records leads the nurses to confuse Michalik with Stanisław.
The Scapegoat
Kasia is growing tired of her thankless job. Every day, she has to endure the exhausting company of President Koniuszko’s wife for several hours, and she’s also responsible for picking up their unruly son from school. During a company mushroom-picking trip, where several employees take part, everyone ends up drunk. Piórecka reaches her breaking point and quits. Meanwhile, Mr. Stanisław and President Michalik, both still in the hospital, become friends. Krashan turns to smuggling—bringing a whole bag of sausage stuffed with drugs into Poland.
Classic Gender Logic
President Koniuszko makes Kasia an unusual offer: he persuades her to impersonate his son and take the driving exam on his behalf. Kasia initially agrees but soon backs out of the plan. However, she cleverly repurposes the idea—disguising herself and using Marian Koniuszko’s documents to get hired at WPT, the taxi company that previously rejected her solely because she was a woman. Before long, she becomes Jacek’s driving partner.
Safari
Disguised as a man, Kasia begins her job at MPT. She quickly realizes that pretending to be Marian Koniuszko is far more difficult than she expected. This time, she and Jacek are tasked with driving the famous actor Rawicz to Kraków. The passenger must arrive on time to perform in a live broadcast of a Television Theater production.
The Special Care Press
The so-called “special care press” is a weekly magazine that President Klusek’s associates buy in bulk. Hidden inside the newspaper bundles are drugs, which they smuggle to Germany for President Gonschorek. Delighted that the latest shipment arrived safely, Klusek spends the evening with a prostitute named Mariola—only to be completely robbed by her and left unable to pay Kasia for the taxi fare. Meanwhile, Kasia drives a young married couple who urgently need to make purchases to use up their newlywed credit. But with no washing machines, refrigerators, or vacuum cleaners available in stores, the desperate couple ends up buying a coffee set for fifty people
The Warsaw Link
Among the passengers arriving from Bangkok and waiting for customs clearance is Krashan, carrying illicit goods. Due to heightened inspections that day, he reaches out to firefighter Kuśmider for help.
Lucky Day
During a chase after an express train, Krashan pulls out a gun. Taking advantage of his distraction, Jacek escapes. Krashan and Kuśmider continue on but are soon arrested by the militia. What happened to the money remains a mystery. Meanwhile, Kasia is now driving the taxi. She gives a ride to Mrs. Koniuszkowa but later forgets her real ID in the car. Jacek finds the documents in the glove compartment and returns them to her home, where her parents mistake him for a suitor. He ends up arranging a date with Kasia. To make the meeting possible, Kasia asks Marian Koniuszko to drive in her place all Sunday.
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About Subs
"Zmiennicy" is a grotesque comedy of absurdity and reality that masterfully blends slapstick, satire, and surrealism to expose the absurdities of life under communist rule in the People's Republic of Poland (PRL). The story follows Jacek Żytkiewicz, a taxi driver in Warsaw, and his mysterious new shift partner, Katarzyna Piórecka, who disguises herself as a man to get the job. The series is a comedy of the grotesque, filled with exaggerated characters, nonsensical bureaucracy, and surreal plot twists. It mocks the inefficiencies and contradictions of PRL institutions—from corrupt officials and inept police to bizarre workplace dynamics and social hypocrisy. Underneath the absurdity lies a thriller-like subplot: a drug trafficking operation smuggling heroin from Thailand to West Germany. This storyline, featuring shady sports officials, a Thai student, and a crooked firefighter, adds a layer of intrigue reminiscent of American crime dramas. Across 1 season and 15 episodes, originally airing on TVP.
Subs Cast and Characters
The cast features Mieczysław Hryniewicz (as Jacek Żytkiewicz), Ewa Błaszczyk (as Kasia Piórecka), Kazimierz Kaczor (as Zenon Kuśmider), Irena Kwiatkowska (as Maria Piórecka), and Krystyna Kołodziejczyk (as Helena Koniuszkowa). Their performances are a major reason Subs has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Subs keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy PL storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Subs has 15 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Subs good? What's the rating?
Subs holds a 7.8/10 rating based on 11 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Subs?
The main cast includes Mieczysław Hryniewicz, Ewa Błaszczyk, Kazimierz Kaczor, and Irena Kwiatkowska, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Subs available in PL?
Yes — Subs was originally produced in PL and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Subs released?
Subs first aired in 1987.
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How many seasons and episodes does Subs have?
Subs currently has 1 season and a total of 15 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Subs about?
"Zmiennicy" is a grotesque comedy of absurdity and reality that masterfully blends slapstick, satire, and surrealism to expose the absurdities of life under communist rule in the People's Republic of Poland (PRL). The story follows Jacek Żytkiewicz, a taxi driver in Warsaw, and his mysterious new shift partner, Kata… It belongs to the Comedy genre.
In which language is Subs originally available?
Subs was originally produced in PL. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original PL audio. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Subs first released?
Subs first premiered on October 17, 1987 (1987). The series has since concluded its run.
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