157 Russian Films Collection
157 titles
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1942: Unknown BattleMovie · 2019 · 113m · War, Drama, History1942, Rzhev, USSR. During World War II, a small unit of the Red Army is isolated in a vital strategic location and fights desperately to repel the German advance.IMDb 6.1TMDB 7.7 - 102
Horoscope for Good LuckMovie · 2015 · 95mMax agrees to follow a seemingly positive horoscope for 30 days, carrying out its bizarre instructions in exchange for promised beauty and success. However, his horoscope is unexpectedly changed one day.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.7 - 103
The IslandMovie · 2006 · 112m · Drama, ComedyIn a remote Russian Orthodox monastery in Northern Russia lives an enigmatic man whose strange behavior puzzles his fellow monks. Visitors to the isolated island, however, believe he possesses extraordinary abilities – healing, exorcism, and prophecy.IMDb 7.8TMDB 6.9 - 104
Peculiarities of the National HuntMovie · 1995 · 93m · ComedyA Finnish scholar travels to Russia to study the country's hunting traditions. While exploring the countryside, he meets a diverse group of people eager to share their experiences: a charismatic Army general, a police detective, a Zen Buddhist forest ranger, and three lively St. Petersburg residents.
As they hunt together, the group’s friendly intentions lead to playful antics. Evenings are filled with conversation, laughter, and vodka, while days bring camaraderie and encounters with locals amidst the Russian landscape. The scholar discovers a new way of looking at life, love, and adventure.
The film explores Russian culture through an outsider's perspective, telling a warm story about connection and shared experiences that bridge cultural divides.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9 - 105
Dear Comrades!Movie · 2020 · 121m · History, DramaIn 1962, a communist government's increase in food prices sparks a strike by workers in the small industrial town of Novocherkassk. The resulting massacre is witnessed through the perspective of a devoted party activist.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 106
Project GeminiMovie · 2022 · 98m · Science Fiction, ThrillerHaving exhausted Earth's resources over the centuries, humanity must now leave for space to survive. An international team is assembled to search for a habitable new planet. However, when their mission goes wrong, the crew finds themselves stranded on an alien world, suddenly without power and facing something beyond their comprehension.IMDb 3.5TMDB 5.7 - 107
Legend No. 17Movie · 2013 · 134m · DramaThis film chronicles the life of Valeri Kharlamov, a celebrated Russian ice hockey player, from his youth to achieving legendary status in the sport, and his tragic, early demise.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7 - 108
We Are from the Future 2Movie · 2010 · 101m · War, Science Fiction, ActionTwo young Russian historians travel to Ukraine to document the 1944 Lvov-Sandomierz operation. Upon arrival, they become embroiled in a conflict with Ukrainian nationalists and are unexpectedly transported back in time to the midst of the war. They narrowly escape death at the hands of the nationalists and find themselves caught between the Red Army and the Nazis.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.0 - 109
Red GhostMovie · 2021 · 96m · War, Drama, HistoryDecember 30, 1941. In the fierce battle of Vyazma, a small group of Soviet soldiers finds themselves facing a superior Wehrmacht unit. They refuse to surrender, each prepared to die defending their homeland. None of them were heroes before the war. The legend of the "Red Ghost" emerged – a tale of an ordinary Soviet soldier instilling deadly fear in German troops. As one fallen hero is replaced by another, the myth of the invincible Soviet soldier takes shape. "Red Ghost" tells the story of the hope that sustained every soldier.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 110
The Pilot: A Battle for SurvivalMovie · 2021 · 105m · War, History, DramaDecember 1941, Northwestern Front. As a German tank column advances on Moscow, Soviet pilot Nikolai Komlev's IL-2 is shot down. He crash-lands in a remote forest, wounded and alone in enemy territory. He must overcome brutal physical hardship – hunger, freezing temperatures, and dangerous wildlife – while evading Nazi patrols. After enduring these trials, the wounded Komlev finally reaches safety, only to face a final, transformative challenge.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.5 - 111
ElenaMovie · 2011 · 110m · Drama, ThrillerFollowing a heart attack, a wealthy older Russian man intends to leave the majority of his fortune to his daughter, whom he has not seen in years. However, his wife challenges his plans.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 112
The Conquest of SiberiaMovie · 2019 · 109m · History, Action, DramaIvan Demarin, a young officer in Peter the Great's new guard, travels to Tobolsk, a remote town in Siberia, at the Tsar's command. There, he experiences love for the first time, and his regiment becomes entangled in a plot involving local princes searching for gold in Yarkand. Their fort is suddenly surrounded by overwhelming numbers of Dzungar warriors, leaving them isolated and without any hope of assistance.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.3 - 113
The SonataMovie · 2018 · 88m · Horror, Thriller, MysteryWhen a talented musician inherits her father's mansion following his death in suspicious circumstances, she uncovers his final musical composition. The piece contains cryptic symbols that reveal a sinister secret, unleashing powerful and terrifying forces she never could have imagined.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.8 - 114
CalculatorMovie · 2014 · 83m · Thriller, Science Fiction, ActionTen prisoners are exiled to the dangerous planet XT-59. Their only hope for survival lies in reaching the Islands of Happiness, a safe haven across a treacherous swamp. They must overcome the planet's harsh environment and hidden dangers to reach their destination.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.8 - 115
How Viktor "The Garlic" Took Alexey "The Stud" to the Nursing HomeMovie · 2017 · 90m · Drama, ComedyViktor frequents bars and spends time with women of dubious character, where he is picked up by a woman he doesn't love – the mother of a child they never intended to have. Viktor's own childhood was marked by abandonment; his father left, his mother died by suicide, and he grew up in an orphanage. Years later, his estranged father returns as a disabled convict, and Viktor learns he's inheriting his father’s apartment. The paperwork for a nursing home is quickly finalized. However, the only facility that can accommodate him is far away, and as the father begins to recover during the trip, their true difficulties emerge.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.0 - 116
MirrorMovie · 1975 · 107mAs a man in his forties approaches death, he reflects on his childhood, his mother, wartime experiences, and intimate personal memories. These recollections intertwine, offering a glimpse into significant events in Soviet history alongside the ordinary moments of everyday life.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.0 - 117
StalkerMovie · 1979 · 162mOn the outskirts of a bleak, unnamed city lies the Zone, a restricted area patrolled by soldiers and surrounded by barbed wire, where the laws of physics are often defied. A guide leads two men into the Zone, specifically to a location rumored to fulfill their innermost desires.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.1 - 118
Forbidden EmpireMovie · 2014 · 128m · Thriller, Adventure, MysteryIn the early 1700s, cartographer Jonathan Green embarks on a scientific journey from Europe to the East. After traveling through Transylvania and over the Carpathian Mountains, he stumbles upon a remote village hidden deep within impenetrable woods – a place reached only by chance and thick fog. The villagers are unlike any he has encountered. Isolated by a deep moat, they harbor a childlike faith in their ability to ward off evil, unaware that darkness resides within them, poised to spread across the world.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.9 - 119
A Long and Happy LifeMovie · 2013 · 77mIn a village on Russia's Kola Peninsula, Sascha diligently runs a struggling collective farm, respected by his workers and quietly involved with Anya, a local government secretary. His life is upended when district administrators offer him a tempting deal for the farm. Legally, Sascha has little recourse, as his lease is based only on a handshake agreement. As pressure intensifies, his employees urge him to resist. Against the harsh beauty of the northern landscape, this determined man confronts his fate.IMDb 6.3TMDB 4.8 - 120
Andrei RublevMovie · 1966 · 183m · Drama, HistoryThis Russian drama chronicles the challenging life of Andrei Rublev, a highly respected religious icon painter living during a time of great upheaval. He finds peace in monastic life, and his art gains him recognition and fame. But witnessing the horrors of war and becoming involved in it leads him to choose silence.
Exiled from his work, Andrei undertakes a period of self-reflection, seeking inner peace. This journey helps him to heal emotionally and eventually rediscover his passion for painting. The film portrays Rublev's personal struggles and artistic pursuits, offering a deep look at spirituality, strength, and the human capacity for healing and creation.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.0 - 121
By the Will of Chingis KhanMovie · 2009 · 127mThree friends since childhood, bound as brothers. One became a powerful shaman through spiritual initiation. The other two rose to leadership through war, recognized by their people. But only one was destined to rule the entire steppe, chosen by fate and tested by the heavens. Love will forge him into a warrior, loyalty to the law will push him to betray his own family, and the pursuit of peace will ignite war. The council of nine tribes, speaking in nine languages, then declared him sovereign, bestowing upon him the name of an ancient god – Genghis Khan.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.7 - 122
Quiet Flows The DonMovie · 2006 · 176mAgainst the backdrop of World War I, the Bolshevik Revolution, and the Russian Civil War, this is a classic, intense story full of humor and memorable characters. It follows the changing luck of Grigory Melekhov, a young Cossack who experiences both heroism and hardship as the country descends into conflict.IMDb 4.9TMDB 3.8 - 123
VampsMovie · 2017 · 90m · Horror, Action, FantasySet in 18th century Russia, the story follows Lavr, Empress Elizabeth's confessor, who is exiled to a remote, haunted monastery carrying with him ancient knowledge. Years later, the Empress sends her godson Andrey to retrieve him. Andrey journeys to the isolated monastery and meets Lavr, but their return to St. Petersburg is blocked by malevolent forces and creatures of darkness.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.4 - 124
ViyMovie · 1967 · 76m · Drama, Fantasy, HorrorIn a remote village, a young priest is asked to lead the funeral vigil for a woman rumored to be a witch. He must spend three nights alone with the body in the church, a decaying building in a desolate landscape. As night falls, unsettling whispers and visions begin to challenge his faith and his mind. This story examines superstition, fear, and the boundaries of belief in a world where old traditions persist and reality feels uncertain.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 125
Peculiarities of the National FishingMovie · 1998 · 95m · ComedyA lighthearted adventure follows General Ivolgin, forester Kuzmich, and Lyova on a fishing trip. They get lost and accidentally cross into another country. Instead of being discouraged, the three decide to explore their unexpected new surroundings.
As they journey through this unfamiliar land, they discover they've left behind essential items like vodka and fishing gear. But their friendship and curiosity remain strong. They connect with the local people, learn about their culture, and adjust to life there.
This heartwarming story celebrates friendship and resilience, showing how shared experiences can create lasting memories even when things don't go as planned. Filled with humor and warmth, it’s a charming journey about finding joy in unexpected places.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.7 - 126
Peculiarities of the National Hunt in the WinterMovie · 2000 · 100m · ComedyThe film explores the unique aspects of the national hunt during the winter months.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2 - 127
Kalashnikov AK-47Movie · 2020 · 105m · War, History, DramaThis Russian film tells the story of Kalashnikov, a tank commander who suffers a serious injury in battle during 1941, preventing his return to combat. While recovering in the hospital, the self-taught inventor begins sketching the design for a weapon that will become famous worldwide. By the age of 29, he develops the AK-47 assault rifle – an iconic firearm – while the film is set in occupied Crimea.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.4 - 128
Silver SkatesMovie · 2020 · 136m · Romance, Adventure, DramaSt. Petersburg, 1899. The city is alive with Christmas festivities, despite the frozen waterways. On the cusp of a new century, unlikely people find themselves drawn together. Matvey, a lamplighter's son who cherishes his silver skates; Alice, the daughter of an important official with scientific ambitions. Each carries a heavy past, but a chance encounter sparks a shared journey toward their aspirations.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.5 - 129
Dark World: EquilibriumMovie · 2013 · 95mThe Shadow steals our strength, our emotions, our love. Join us and work to return these stolen things to the Dark World. Disaster is coming, and humanity faces being overwhelmed by darkness. We are the only ones who can maintain the balance.IMDb 4.1TMDB 4.6 - 130
BreakMovie · 2019 · 90m · ThrillerA group of three men and two women travel to a mountain funicular for a New Year's Eve celebration. Their festive outing turns terrifying when the funicular becomes stranded high above a chasm. Facing freezing temperatures, extreme heights, and the dread of a prolonged ordeal, the group's tensions rise, exposing their true personalities and leading to conflict.IMDb 4.6TMDB 5.3 - 131
The Last WarriorMovie · 2017 · 120m · Fantasy, Family, AdventureIvan, an average guy from modern Moscow, is transported to Belogorye, a fantastical world populated by characters from Russian fairy tales. Magic is commonplace there, and disputes are resolved with swords. He unexpectedly finds himself caught in a conflict between good and evil, and must figure out why everyone believes he's destined to be central to what's about to happen.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.9 - 132
LivingMovie · 2012 · 119m · DramaBound by misfortune, several characters face profound crises. In a remote Russian region, Galya, a middle-aged woman struggling with alcohol, desperately wants to reunite with her twin daughters, whom she has lost. Meanwhile, newlyweds Grishka and Anton's relationship is immediately challenged by a harsh ordeal. Artyom yearns to find his missing father, but his mother forbids it. Each character battles adversity, searching for the strength to overcome their difficult circumstances.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.6 - 133
Lady of CsejteMovie · 2015 · 110mThis film is based on the true story of Countess Bathory, a notorious figure from 16th-century Transylvania. She was rumored to have murdered hundreds of children.IMDb 4.1TMDB 4.5 - 134
How I Ended This SummerMovie · 2010 · 124m · Drama, ThrillerA remote polar station on a desolate Arctic island. Meteorologist Sergei and recent graduate Pavel are stationed there for months of isolated research. Pavel receives a significant radio message and is hesitant to share it with Sergei, but as tension builds, fear, deceit, and suspicion begin to erode their fragile camaraderie.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.4 - 135
TextMovie · 2019 · 132m · Drama, ThrillerAfter serving seven years for a false drug conviction, Ilya Goryunov returns to a life that no longer exists. He hadn't planned to seek revenge on those who framed him, but now he sees no other option.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 136
Black LightningMovie · 2009 · 102m · Science Fiction, Action, AdventureA Moscow University student discovers his ordinary car has the ability to fly. When his father is attacked, he resolves to use the car's power to combat crime, becoming a protector of the city against a ruthless millionaire.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.3 - 137
Fortress of WarMovie · 2010 · 138m · War, Drama, HistoryThe film recounts the heroic defense of the Brest Fortress, which was attacked on June 22, 1941, during the initial German invasion. It details the fortress's early days of defense, focusing on three key resistance areas led by Regiment Commander Pyotr Mikhailovich Gavrilov, Commissar Efim Moiseevich Fomin, and the head of the 9th frontier outpost, Andrey Mitrofanovich Kizhevatov. Years later, veteran Alexander Akimov reflects on his memories of that time, recalling how the then 15-year-old Sasha Akimov was deeply in love with Anya before being thrust into the midst of war's brutal events.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 138
Leaving AfghanistanMovie · 2019 · 112m · Drama, Action, War1988-1989. As the Soviet Union withdraws from Afghanistan, the son of General Vasiliev, a pilot named Alexander, is kidnapped by the mujahideen after his plane crashes. This forces the 108th Motorized Infantry Division to postpone their homecoming for one final mission: to rescue him. Based on true events, this previously untold story details the perilous and complex withdrawal campaign through the Salang Pass, exposing the dangers and human cost of war.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 139
Chernobyl: AbyssMovie · 2021 · 136m · Drama, History, AdventureFollowing the devastating explosion at Chernobyl, hundreds of individuals risked their lives to contain the disaster. They worked tirelessly to clean up the site and avert a catastrophic event that threatened to render a significant portion of Europe uninhabitable. This film tells their story.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.2 - 140
Tell HerMovie · 2021 · 98mThe film explores the dilemma faced by a child constantly asked to choose between parents: Mom or Dad? It examines a mother's struggle when her son is compelled to live with his father in another country, a situation that threatens to shatter her world. Conversely, it portrays a father's despair at the prospect of losing his son permanently. Ultimately, it’s a story about choices. Parents often make decisions for their children based on what feels easiest, and children, fearing parental hurt, often comply. But as time passes, they mature and eventually make their own decisions – a process that can be deeply painful for the parent left behind.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 141
The EnvelopeMovie · 2017 · 76m · Thriller, HorrorAn architect's office receives a misdelivered letter. Igor, a driver, is tasked with delivering it to the correct recipient. This sets off a series of strange, paranormal occurrences for him. The letter’s curse follows Igor, drawing him closer to its enigmatic sender.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.7 - 142
UnforgivenMovie · 2018 · 110m · Drama, HistoryThis film is based on the true story of Vitaly Kaloyev, an architect and devoted family man. In 2002, his wife and children, along with 70 others – many of them children – perish in a mid-air collision. Vitaly is among the first to find his family's bodies at the crash site. Investigations point to negligence by the air space monitoring company and the air traffic controller on duty. Two years later, after facing obstacles in seeking accountability, Vitaly travels to Switzerland in pursuit of justice.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 143
The Mystery of Snow QueenMovie · 2015 · 85mThis is a fresh take on Hans Christian Andersen's classic fairy tale, "The Snow Queen."IMDb 5.1TMDB 6.0 - 144
Persian LessonsMovie · 2020 · 127m · War, DramaFrance, 1942, under Nazi occupation. Gilles is arrested with other Jews and transported to a German concentration camp. To avoid immediate execution, he convinces the SS guards he is Persian. This deception earns him a dangerous assignment: to teach the camp commander, Koch, Farsi. Koch harbors dreams of opening a restaurant in Iran after the war. Gilles survives by creating new "Farsi" words each day and teaching them to Koch.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 145
Dark SpellMovie · 2021 · 93m · HorrorA woman consumed by grief turns to dark magic in a desperate attempt to win her husband back.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.6 - 146
The Dawns Here Are QuietMovie · 1972 · 188m · Drama, History, WarIn a remote village in Karelia, a small anti-aircraft unit protects a vital rail depot. Sergeant Vaskov is fiercely loyal to his men, but faces trouble when his squad is transferred to the front lines and he's disciplined for their lack of discipline. Seeking reliable replacements, Vaskov is assigned an unusual team: a group of young women straight from training. This unexpected assignment challenges Vaskov's beliefs and forces the women to prove themselves in a difficult environment, battling skepticism and hardship. Against a backdrop of conflict, the film examines camaraderie, resilience, and overcoming expectations through the experiences of a veteran soldier and his unconventional team.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.0 - 147
The Geographer Drank His Globe AwayMovie · 2013 · 120m · DramaVictor Sluzhkin takes a geography teaching job at a high school in his hometown of Perm, in the Urals, and becomes consumed by alcohol, an obsessive infatuation with a young student, and the challenges of teaching. His students nickname him Geographer. Seeking to escape the monotonous reality of provincial Russia, Sluzhkin organizes a rafting trip through the Urals with a group of spirited teenagers. As they navigate the harsh realities of the wilderness, Geographer is on the verge of discovering himself and his own truth.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.6 - 148
Salyut-7Movie · 2017 · 106m · Action, Drama, AdventureJune 1985. When communication with the Salyut 7 space station is lost, cosmonauts Vladimir Dzhanibekov and Viktor Savinykh successfully dock with the unmanned, frozen spacecraft and restore it to operational status. Based on a true story.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 149
Mongol: The Rise of Genghis KhanMovie · 2007 · 125m · History, Adventure, WarThis is the story of Genghis Khan's formative years: the life of a slave who would later conquer vast territories and become one of history's most powerful figures in the 11th century.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 150
The Red Snowball TreeMovie · 1974 · 108m · DramaEgor, recently released from prison, seeks refuge in a peaceful countryside and finds warmth among the local people. He forms a close friendship with Lyuba, a kind village woman, and rediscovers love and a reason to live. As Egor embraces a life of honesty and friendship, he increasingly wants to leave his criminal past behind. But his former associates reappear, threatening to pull him back into darkness and forcing him to face the difficulties of starting over. The film explores the challenges of finding redemption and building connections when past mistakes loom large.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.0 - 151
Balkan LineMovie · 2019 · 130m · Drama, Action, WarFollowing the 1999 NATO bombing of Yugoslavia, the Yugoslav army withdraws from Kosovo, leaving the Serbian population vulnerable to the Albanian UCK. A small group of soldiers is tasked with securing Slatina airport and holding it until Russian peacekeepers arrive.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.4 - 152
CosmoballMovie · 2020 · 115m · Science Fiction, AdventureCosmoball is a captivating intergalactic game where humans and aliens compete on a massive ship above Earth. A young man with extraordinary, mysterious abilities joins a team of fiery superheroes to secure a cure for his mother's fatal illness. The four Earthlings must fight for their planet's honor in the dazzling game, while also confronting a galaxy-wide threat and accepting their own fate.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.3 - 153
Side EffectMovie · 2020 · 93m · Horror, ThrillerFollowing a painful event, a young married couple separates. Desperate to repair their relationship, Andrey seeks guidance from a psychic named Mara, hoping she can erase the past for his wife, Olga. Mara’s magic succeeds, but their second chance at happiness quickly spirals into terror. Andrey begins to suspect he's unleashed a dangerous evil that has taken hold of Olga, and the cost of Mara’s intervention is Olga’s very life.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.8 - 154
Battle for SevastopolMovie · 2015 · 110m · War, Drama, RomanceThis is the story of Lyudmila Pavlichenko, the most successful female sniper in history.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.3 - 155
A Rough DraftMovie · 2018 · 116m · Fantasy, Science Fiction, ActionKirill, a gifted computer game designer in Moscow, suddenly finds himself forgotten by everyone he knows. He discovers he's been chosen for a vital, enigmatic mission: to work as a customs officer between countless parallel universes. As Kirill navigates these worlds, he must uncover the truth behind them and the forces that govern them. And he begins to question whether Earth itself is merely a simulated reality – another parallel world that may not truly exist.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.1 - 156
BetrayalMovie · 2012 · 115m · DramaDuring a patient examination, a doctor shares with her patient that her husband is having an affair with the patient's wife.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 157
BillionMovie · 2019 · 101m · Comedy, ActionA powerful banker fiercely guards his wealth from his estranged sons. When he loses everything, he discovers they are the only ones who can save him. To reclaim his fortune, the billionaire must resort to robbing his own bank in Monte Carlo, and earn the trust of the children who never knew him.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.9
