109 Russian Films to Watch
109 titles
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Ballad of a SoldierMovie · 1959 · 89m · Drama, Romance, WarDuring World War II, a sincere young Russian soldier named Alyosha Skvortsov receives a temporary leave for bravery. He travels home to see his mother, but his kind heart leads him to help others. He meets Shura, a captivating young girl whose life he wants to make better. As Alyosha journeys through war-torn lands, his determination to maintain hope highlights human compassion and strength during a dark time in history.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9 - 2
The FoolMovie · 2014 · 116m · Drama"The Fool" tells the story of a straightforward plumber who finds himself battling a deeply corrupt bureaucracy. He's fighting to save the lives of 800 people who live in an aging dormitory facing imminent collapse – potentially within a single night.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8 - 3
The NinthMovie · 2019 · 99m · Mystery, Thriller, CrimeIn late 19th-century St. Petersburg, occultism is all the rage. British medium Olivia Reed arrives for a tour, drawing large crowds to her spiritualist séances. Simultaneously, a wave of ritualistic murders grips the city. Young women are abducted and found dead, their bodies mutilated. Police officer Rostov and his assistant Ganin struggle to solve the increasingly baffling case. As the body count rises, Rostov suspects Olivia and seeks her help, hoping her abilities to communicate with the dead can lead them to the killer.IMDb 5.4TMDB 6.3 - 4
The BlackoutMovie · 2019 · 127m · Thriller, Science Fiction, ActionCommunication between most towns worldwide has stopped. A small area in Eastern Europe remains with power, and there are unconfirmed reports of life from space. Military personnel who venture beyond this zone encounter something deeply disturbing.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.5 - 5
We Are from the FutureMovie · 2008 · 110m · War, Science Fiction, ActionFour Russian men searching for Nazi artifacts at a World War II battlefield accidentally discover a wormhole. The lake transports them back to a battle in the Soviet Union during 1942.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.0 - 6
Iron MaskMovie · 2019 · 121m · Action, Adventure, FamilyCartographer Jonathan Green is sent by the Russian Empire to map the unexplored territories of the Far East. His journey becomes a series of incredible adventures, leading him to breathtaking discoveries and encounters with mysterious beings: Chinese princesses, skilled martial artists, and even the legendary King of Dragons.IMDb 4.8TMDB 6.1 - 7
Sleepless BeautyMovie · 2020 · 84mMila, a young woman, is abducted by a secretive and perilous group called Recreation. Held captive under constant watch and compelled to remain awake, Mila battles to maintain control over her thoughts.IMDb 4.3TMDB 5.4 - 8
StalingradMovie · 2013 · 131m · War, Action, DramaIn a war-torn city, a group of resolute Russian soldiers defend a key building against a relentless German force. While holding their position, they form a strong bond with a Russian woman who resides within the building.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.4 - 9
Night GuardsMovie · 2016 · 97m · Fantasy, Action, Science FictionEighteen-year-old Pasha saves a beautiful young woman from a group of unusually strong attackers, and in doing so, uncovers a hidden world of supernatural beings existing alongside humans.IMDb 4.4TMDB 4.7 - 10
Viy 3: Travel to IndiaMovie · 121mJonathan Green and Miss Dudley travel to India with Russian sailors, hoping to catch a ship to London. However, Green receives a strange invitation from the wealthy Indian Vaibhava Singh. This meeting plunges him into new challenges, adventures, and a confrontation with a zombie army. To solve an ancient legend, the renowned traveler, cartographer, and inventor Jonathan Green must overcome many obstacles, rescue Miss Dudley from hidden dungeons, battle dangerous wildlife, and confront mystical forces. All unfolds amidst the magical landscapes and vibrant architecture of India. - 11
Wolfhound of the Grey Dog ClanMovie · 2006 · 136m · Fantasy, Adventure, ActionVolkodav, the last survivor of the Grey Hound tribe, was spared from certain death and now seeks revenge for his people's destruction. He is a renowned warrior, and with Neletuchaya Mysh by his side, he embarks on a mission to kill Ludoed, the man responsible for the tribe's annihilation.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.4 - 12
Gogol. A Terrible VengeanceMovie · 2018 · 106m · Mystery, Thriller, HorrorShortly after Gogol's death, Binh accuses him of responsibility for the Cossacks' and young women's deaths, claiming Gogol ordered their hiding in the barn by the Dark Horseman. Bomgart cannot conduct an autopsy on Gogol's body, and Vakula's daughter Vasilina (who possesses hidden magical powers) disputes Gogol's death.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.4 - 13
SputnikMovie · 2020 · 113m · Science Fiction, Drama, HorrorDuring the Cold War, a Soviet spacecraft crashes following a failed mission, leaving its commander the sole survivor. A leading Russian psychologist is called in to assess the commander's condition, and discovers evidence suggesting something perilous has returned to Earth with him.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.5 - 14
The WidowMovie · 2020 · 80m · Horror, ThrillerBased on true events, for thirty years people have disappeared in a heavily wooded area north of St. Petersburg. The bodies of those few ever found were naked. In October 2017, a group of volunteers entered the woods searching for a missing teenager and quickly lost contact. Locals believe they became victims of the same mysterious force that has claimed others, referring to it as the Limping Widow.IMDb 4.2TMDB 5.7 - 15
VikingMovie · 2016 · 133m · History, Action, DramaIn the early Middle Ages, a clan is fractured by internal conflict. The Grand Duke is burdened with guilt after accidentally killing his brother. Law dictates that the younger brother, a bastard, must take revenge. Refusal means losing everything, as peace demands greater strength than war.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.8 - 16
To LiveMovie · 2010 · 74m · Action, Drama, MysteryIn early autumn, deep in the Russian countryside, hunter Michail witnesses an attack on a man named Andrey. Michail helps Andrey escape, and they flee together from their pursuers. The two men, with vastly different beliefs, begin a challenging journey, constantly clashing over their perspectives on life. Ultimately, their experiences force them to confront who they truly are.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5 - 17
Dersu UzalaMovie · 1975 · 141m · Adventure, DramaA veteran military explorer journeys deep into the Siberian wilderness and forms an unexpected friendship with a native Goldi man who has a profound connection to the land. Their bond is tested as they navigate the harsh beauty of the environment and confront their differing cultures. Through their shared experiences, they discover a deeper understanding of humanity, exploring themes of survival, empathy, and resilience. The film highlights the strength found in human connection when facing adversity.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9 - 18
On The EdgeMovie · 2020 · 114mThe film centers on Russia's top saber fencers. One is a well-established star, while the other is a newcomer who has quickly become a dominant force, winning nearly every competition. Their rivalry escalates as they compete for dominance, extending beyond the fencing arena into their personal lives.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 19
Gogol. ViyMovie · 2018 · 99m · Mystery, Adventure, DramaIn the village of Dikanka, a mysterious Dark Horseman is killing young women, having already murdered eleven. Nikolai Gogol, a scribe from Saint Petersburg, is tasked with investigating, but as he closes in on the truth, he experiences increasingly disturbing visions. When he discovers the next intended victim is his beloved Liza, he fears he cannot protect her from the killer. He finds an unlikely ally in Khoma Brut, a witch hunter, martial artist, and philosopher. Together, they spend three terrifying nights in an old chapel, performing a funeral service for a witch named Ulyana and summoning the evil spirit Viy.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2 - 20
FireMovie · 2020 · Action, DramaWildfires are spreading across the Moscow region, and the forest protection airbase is working around the clock. With experienced firefighters stretched thin, team leader Andrey Pavlovich is assigned a new recruit, Roman.IMDb 6.5TMDB 8.0 - 21
SisterMovie · 2019 · 94m · War, DramaYamil has only known war. He longs for it to end, hoping for the return of his father, a man he knows only from pictures and letters. His mother leaves for a distant city, bringing back Oksana, a quiet girl. She asks Yamil to look after Oksana, as if she were a little sister – a message from his father. This is a film adaptation of Mustay Karim's story, "The Joy of Our Home."IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.8 - 22
The Last WarriorMovie · 2018 · 105m · Action, Drama, FantasyA new era is dawning in Eastern Europe. The Scythians, once proud warriors, are nearly extinct, with their few remaining descendants now working as ruthless mercenaries. Lutobor, a warrior caught in the middle of warring tribes, embarks on a dangerous journey to rescue his family, guided by a captive Scythian.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 23
Gogol. The BeginningMovie · 2017 · 100m · Mystery, Adventure, ThrillerIn 1829, Nikolay Gogol, a clerk struggling with epilepsy, self-immolates his writings. Investigator Yakov Guro discovers Gogol's visions offer unexpected insights into a crime. They team up to solve a perplexing case in the town of Dikanka, where hidden truths lurk beneath the surface of everyone's lives.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.2 - 24
Soulless 2Movie · 2015 · 107mSeeking a fresh start, Max Andreev travels to a distant land. He soon discovers that escaping his history is impossible.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.4 - 25
SobiborMovie · 2018 · 110m · War, DramaBased on a true story from 1943, the film follows Alexander Pechersky, a Soviet-Jewish lieutenant in the Red Army. Captured by the Nazis and sent to the Sobibor extermination camp in occupied Poland, he orchestrates an uprising involving prisoners from Poland and Western Europe. In just three weeks, this revolt becomes the only successful prisoner uprising of the war, resulting in the largest escape from a Nazi concentration camp.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 26
My JoyMovie · 2010 · 128m · DramaWhile transporting goods into Russia, Georgy’s journey takes a turn when a run-in with the police leads him to pick up a mysterious old man with unsettling tales of his military past. He then agrees to give a ride to a young woman working as a prostitute, who is apprehensive about the area. Soon after, Georgy becomes lost. Despite seeking assistance from local homeless people, he grows increasingly uncertain about finding his way home. As the film depicts stark scenes of violence and isolation, Georgy’s journey deepens into desperation, culminating in an unforeseen outcome.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.3 - 27
The SpyMovie · 2012 · 99mSpring 1941. In the heart of Moscow, the rivalry between the city's two intelligence agencies intensifies.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.8 - 28
IceMovie · 2018 · 118m · Comedy, Romance, DramaIn modern-day Russia, Nadya's ambition to be a figure skating champion is derailed when an injury forces her to stop training. She then connects with Sasha, a hockey player who encourages her to rediscover her self-belief and pursue her dream once more.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.9 - 29
FugitivesMovie · 2014 · 95mHe's fleeing from something, but his pursuers are closing in.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.2 - 30
PilgrimMovie · 2018 · 97mMira has a perfect life: she owns a fashion gallery and has a loving husband. But her world is turned upside down when she finds a man on the beach who only knows her name. He has no identification, no history – he’s a complete mystery. Yet, he seems to know intimate details about Mira that only someone close to her would know, despite never having met her before. As Mira tries to unravel his identity, her stable life begins to crumble. It turns out the stranger spent years in the Middle East, and now a dangerous pursuit is closing in on him.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.0 - 31
Beyond the EdgeMovie · 2018 · 101m · Adventure, Fantasy, ActionIn modern-day Moscow, a skilled gambler assembles a group with extraordinary abilities, aiming to win a fortune at a casino. However, they soon discover a more powerful mystical adversary.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.5 - 32
Fatal IllusionsMovie · 2020 · 108m · ThrillerThe renowned illusionist Romanov brothers are about to end their joint performances due to mounting tensions. During their final show, a mishap occurs when their assistant vanishes from an underwater aquarium. A mysterious voice then contacts them, revealing the assistant's location and exposing alterations to their trick mechanisms. The brothers now face a deadly threat, as the voice threatens the assistant's life – and the life of one brother’s beloved – if the show doesn't continue.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.7 - 33
Za toboyMovie · 2011 · 73mAfter their parents' sudden death, 20-year-old Kira becomes the guardian of her 11-year-old brother, Danka, who suffers from hysterical paralysis. To cope with the loss, Kira escapes into memories of happier times. But her world is shattered when she faces a difficult choice: risk her own life to save a child in danger? Meanwhile, Danka experiences his own personal crisis, and their decisions, made in the midst of their struggles, have irreversible consequences.IMDb 4.7TMDB 7.0 - 34
A Gentle CreatureMovie · 2017 · 143m · Drama, MysteryIn a remote Russian village, a woman receives a package she sent to her husband, who is imprisoned. Confused and furious that it has been returned, she embarks on a journey to discover the reason behind its rejection.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.0 - 35
Dance to DeathMovie · 2017 · 90m · Action, Fantasy, Science FictionIn a city rebuilt after a nuclear apocalypse, a deadly tournament is the city's only source of energy. The loser provides power for everyone else. A young man from the streets is compelled to compete and falls for a woman who has volunteered to fight. Will they survive the arena, or will it claim their lives?IMDb 2.9TMDB 4.3 - 36
Major GromMovie · 2017 · 29m · Action, Adventure, Science FictionIgor Grom, a seasoned detective from St. Petersburg, witnesses a bank robbery in progress and intervenes to stop the criminals.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 37
The FactoryMovie · 2018 · 109m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeFacing the closure of their factory, a group of employees resolves to fight back against the company owner.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 38
ComaMovie · 2020 · 110m · Science Fiction, Adventure, ActionFollowing a devastating accident, a gifted architect awakens to a bizarre dystopian reality. This world is composed of the fragmented memories of people in comas, a chaotic and unstable landscape mirroring the unpredictable nature of human memory. Within a single room, icecaps, rivers, and cities coexist, and the laws of physics are distorted and malleable.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4 - 39
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 - 40
DubrovskyMovie · 2014 · 123mThis is a contemporary adaptation of Alexander Pushkin's classic story. Vladimir, a successful banker who enjoys nightlife, and Masha, a bright graduate and devoted daughter, seem poised for a happy future. Their lives are disrupted when a sudden dispute between their fathers throws them into a conflict mirroring the events of Pushkin's original novel.IMDb 5.2TMDB 4.7 - 41
DovlatovMovie · 2018 · 126mDovlatov chronicles six days in the life of a sharp, ironic writer who perceived the world beyond the confines of 1970s Soviet Russia. Sergei Dovlatov navigated his artistic integrity alongside fellow writers like Joseph Brodsky, while witnessing his artist friends succumb to the oppressive state.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.8 - 42
Beware of the Car!Movie · 1966 · 94m · Comedy, CrimeThis film follows an insurance agent who secretly steals cars from criminals. He uses the stolen vehicles to help people by donating them to those who need them. His best friend is a police officer who is assigned to catch him. The story explores questions of right and wrong, friendship, and what justice really means, as the friend-turned-cop tries to bring his friend to justice.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 43
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 - 44
And Here's What's Happening to MeMovie · 2012 · 72mNew Year's Eve in Moscow. The city is choked with traffic, a relentless flow leading nowhere. Well-meaning people offer help, but things only get more complicated. Conversations drift to everyday matters – moments that make up a life and slip away too fast. There's talk of a father with only weeks left to live, a situation where nothing can be changed. And the future of a 15-year-old girl is discussed: her dreams of becoming a cancer specialist or a food designer.IMDb 7.4TMDB 5.9 - 45
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 - 46
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 - 47
Vongozero: The OutbreakMovie · 2019 · 90mA mysterious virus has ravaged Moscow. Sergey, his girlfriend, their autistic son, and his ex-wife, along with others, flee the quarantine zone to escape a slow, agonizing death. Their destination: a remote cabin on a desert island in Karelia, offering a chance for a new beginning. However, the perilous journey is fraught with danger, as both the virus and tensions within the group threaten to tear them apart.TMDB 7.0 - 48
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 - 49
AttractionMovie · 2017 · 117m · Drama, Romance, Science FictionWhen an alien spacecraft crashes in a Russian city, those who witness the ship and its inhabitants begin to doubt their reality, while others call for the aliens' immediate departure from Earth.IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.7 - 50
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 - 51
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 - 52
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 - 53
Baba Yaga: Terror of the Dark ForestMovie · 2020 · 96m · HorrorA young family relocates to an apartment outside the city and hires a nanny for their newborn daughter. The nanny quickly gains the family's trust. However, the older son, Egor, mentions unsettling behavior from the nanny, but his parents dismiss his concerns. Security cameras installed by the father appear to show everything is normal. One day, Egor returns home to find the nanny and his sister have vanished. His parents are strangely detached and don't even recall having a daughter. Egor and his friends launch a search, uncovering the truth: the nanny is Baba Yaga, an ancient Slavic demon.IMDb 4.7TMDB 6.4 - 54
ArrhythmiaMovie · 2017 · 116m · DramaOleg is a talented paramedic. His wife, Katya, works as a nurse in the hospital emergency room. She loves him but is frustrated that he prioritizes patients over their relationship and asks for a divorce. A new, strict manager arrives at Oleg’s EMA department with new rules, which Oleg disregards in his dedication to saving lives, leading to conflict with his boss. This professional crisis mirrors their personal struggles as Oleg and Katya navigate demanding jobs, stressful work schedules, and changes in healthcare. They must find a way to reconnect amidst the challenges and hold their marriage together.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 55
AbigailMovie · 2019 · 110m · Adventure, Fantasy, MysteryAbigail lives in a city isolated by border closures, a consequence of a long-ago epidemic. Her father disappeared when she was six, taken by the disease that ravaged the population. Determined to find him, Abigail defies the authorities and uncovers a hidden world of magic within her city. In doing so, she discovers she possesses extraordinary magical abilities of her own.IMDb 4.8TMDB 6.2 - 56
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 - 57
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 - 58
Why Don't You Just Die!Movie · 2018 · 94m · Comedy, Thriller, DramaDetective Andrey, who is also a terrible father, gathers a group of damaged individuals in his apartment: his bitter actress daughter, a volatile thug, and a cop seeking retribution for a betrayal. They all have reasons to seek revenge.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 59
Engineering RedMovie · 1993 · 75mThis film uses excerpts from Thomas Mann's 'The Magic Mountain,' combined with medical, artistic, and archival footage. It explores a range of medical stories, including attempts to repair damaged bodies, separate conjoined twins, and Cold War projects aimed at creating enhanced humans.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.0 - 60
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 - 61
ViyMovie · 1996 · 19mThree friends in a Ukrainian village accepted a modest job opportunity. They traveled to a distant village on a dark night and stopped at a remote farmhouse and cottage for the night. There, they experienced a series of unsettling, mysterious occurrences.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.3 - 62
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 - 63
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 - 64
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 - 65
FuriousMovie · 2017 · 117m · Fantasy, Action, AdventureSeventeen fearless warriors defend their homeland against an army of thousands from 13th-century Mongol hordes led by Batu Khan, who controls much of the world. As the Mongols advance into Europe, they invade the last remaining Russian principality. Their plans are unexpectedly challenged by a small group of heroic men led by a mysterious and courageous warrior. It's a story of courage, resilience, and sacrifice for their country – the story of Evpaty the Furious.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.1 - 66
Come and SeeMovie · 1985 · 142m · Drama, WarThe peaceful life of young Florya in a small Byelorussian village is shattered when German forces invade. Defying his family, he seeks refuge with Resistance fighters in the forest. Glasha, a strong and determined girl, joins him on the journey back home, only to discover his village has been brutally destroyed and his family murdered. Florya's struggle to survive in the war-torn landscape becomes a harrowing fight against despair as he navigates a world irrevocably changed.IMDb 8.3TMDB 8.2 - 67
SoullessMovie · 2012 · 100m · Comedy, DramaMax, a driven 29-year-old executive, believes he has it all – a life centered on wealth and achievement. His carefully constructed world begins to unravel when he encounters a woman who seems to exist outside of his own reality.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.7 - 68
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 - 69
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 - 70
Another NameMovie · 2022 · 110mLiza lives a refined life in a privileged world with her husband Peter, who has a German accent and owns a chocolate factory. They inhabit a minimalist countryside home, maintaining a detached emotional distance. Their only companions are expensive greyhounds. But Liza is haunted by a secret from her past, a burning regret she desperately wants to escape. And nearby, a burnt room holds the keys to that past, guarded by a teenage girl named Ulya.IMDb 5.1TMDB 2.0 - 71
Gagarin: First in SpaceMovie · 2013 · 108m · Drama, HistoryThis film chronicles the early days of space exploration and the journey of Yuri Gagarin, the first cosmonaut. It centers on the intense competition to achieve a groundbreaking first – the race to send a human into space, fueled by rivalry between the Soviet Union and the United States. From three thousand fighter pilots nationwide, only twenty were chosen for the astronaut program, representing the very best. The question of who would make history first remained unanswered, demanding they overcome not only the forces of gravity...IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 72
InvasionMovie · 2020 · 129m · Science Fiction, Drama, ActionTwo years after an alien ship crashed, a young woman in Moscow finds her life irrevocably altered by developing powers. Now, she becomes the target of both human and extraterrestrial scrutiny. An alien entity becomes intensely interested in her, threatening a full-scale invasion. Can love and compassion offer humanity a chance against this unprecedented threat?IMDb 5.6TMDB 6.9 - 73
Heart of a DogMovie · 1988 · 136m · Drama, Comedy, Science FictionProfessor Preobrazhensky and Dr. Bormental conduct a daring experiment to explore what it means to be human. They successfully transplant a human hypophysis into the brain of a dog, dramatically altering its physical form to resemble a human.
This groundbreaking discovery sparks widespread debate. Does physical appearance alone determine humanity? Or is identity shaped by genetics and life experiences? The film examines these philosophical questions, offering a deep look at the evolving definition of humanity in a world where boundaries are blurred.IMDb 8.5TMDB 7.9 - 74
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 - 75
WindMovie · 2025 · 123m · DramaAfter widespread wars, plagues, and disasters shattered civilization, society has broken down, and people are forging new ways of life. Ivan Morozov leaves his wife Katya to find essential supplies and encounters Sergei Volkov, a puzzling fellow traveler. They journey through desolate lands marked by abandoned villages, unusual customs, and hints of ancient myths, ultimately facing a difficult and emotionally charged decision.IMDb 7.5 - 76
StrayMovie · 2019 · 90m · Drama, Horror, ThrillerTo make Polina happy, Igor will do anything. They decide to adopt a child to heal from the loss of their son. Instead of a typical boy from an orphanage, they welcome a mystical creature with the ability to recreate memories into their family. The creature holds the key to centuries of suffering, but perhaps salvation lies in their selfless love for each other. Open your heart and let her in.IMDb 4.6TMDB 4.8 - 77
Union of SalvationMovie · 2019 · 130m · Drama, History, AdventureRussian troops have occupied Paris, and Russia is now the world's leading power. With this newfound dominance, a sense of limitless possibility arises. Young officers, hailed as victors, believe that equality and freedom are within reach. They are prepared to sacrifice anything – their status, fortunes, relationships, and even their country – for this vision.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.1 - 78
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 - 79
The Old Man and the SeaMovie · 1999 · 21m · Animation, Adventure, DramaIn a peaceful coastal village, an elderly fisherman makes what could be his last trip out to sea. His boat, showing its age, carries him out with a hopeful heart and a familiar net. As the sun sets, he hooks something extraordinary, beginning a challenging struggle beneath the waves.
This ordinary day becomes a life-altering event as the fisherman battles to reel in an unbelievable catch. The experience tests his strength and skill, creating an unexpected connection with his opponent. When the net emerges, he understands the profound significance of his capture – a powerful reminder of nature's beauty and unpredictability.
The film explores perseverance, legacy, and our relationship with the natural world, showing how a single encounter can transform a quiet life. The fisherman must confront change, adapting to the unforeseen in a story that resonates with everyone.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 80
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 - 81
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 - 82
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 - 83
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 - 84
AdmiralMovie · 2008 · 123m · War, DramaThis is a story about a powerful love story set against the backdrop of Russia's most turbulent time. Admiral Kolchak is a celebrated war hero, devoted husband, and father. He falls deeply in love with Anna, who is married to his closest friend. As the Russian Revolution unfolds, Kolchak grapples with a personal upheaval mirroring the national upheaval. His path leads him to become the Supreme Ruler of Russia.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 85
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 - 86
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 - 87
Dersu UzalaMovie · 1961 · 86mDersu Uzala is a 1961 Soviet film based on the writings of Vladimir Arsenyev. It tells the story of Arsenyev's journeys in the Russian Far East with a local trapper named Dersu Uzala.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.3 - 88
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 - 89
Flight CrewMovie · 2016 · 138m · ActionThis is a story of courage, sacrifice, and the strength of the human spirit, tested by the overwhelming force of nature. A young pilot, dismissed from the military for insubordination, finds work as a co-pilot with a commercial airline. His blunt honesty creates friction with his new colleagues. On a flight to Asia, the crew receives a distress call from a volcanic island and chooses to attempt a rescue. Can they succeed? Will they survive the disaster? Their only hope lies in teamwork and supporting each other.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9 - 90
Major Grom: Plague DoctorMovie · 2021 · 136m · Action, AdventureIn modern-day St. Petersburg, Police Major Igor Grom, a dedicated and resourceful officer known for his unorthodox approach, hunts a masked vigilante who is killing people. The killer adopts the guise of a plague doctor.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 91
Ivan's ChildhoodMovie · 1962 · 95m · Drama, WarDuring World War II, eleven-year-old Ivan Bondarev, an orphan from the Soviet Union, works as a scout for the Soviet army, operating secretly behind German lines. Amidst the war's chaos, Ivan forms an unexpected bond with three empathetic Soviet officers. Despite the difficult circumstances, they offer him friendship and camaraderie, providing solace in a dangerous world. The film explores themes of loyalty and resilience as Ivan navigates a world filled with uncertainty.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 92
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 - 93
ViyMovie · 1909 · 10mThis is the first Russian horror film based on a novella of the same name.IMDb 3.9 - 94
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 - 95
The HordeMovie · 2012 · 129mFor many countries, the word "horde" evokes centuries of brutal raids and humiliating tribute. This was a strange and dangerous world governed by its own strict rules. To succeed, Saint Alexius, the Metropolitan of Moscow, undertakes a perilous mission to this world in 1357. The film recounts how he healed the Tatar Queen Taidula, mother of Jani-Beg, from blindness.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.6 - 96
HomewardMovie · 2019 · 96mAfter losing his eldest son in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Mustafa decides to return the body to Crimea, his son's homeland. He and his younger son then embark on a journey that deeply affects their bond.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 97
The Curse Of MedeaMovie · 2022 · 91mLisa is navigating a divorce after her husband left her for a younger woman, leaving her to raise their two preschool-aged sons alone. As she begins to adjust, Lisa receives a mysterious phone call from a woman claiming to be her aunt – a relative she never knew about, having grown up in an orphanage. The woman warns Lisa that her family is cursed, and all descendants are destined to die. The only way to break the curse, she says, is to give up the children. Suspecting this is a plot by her ex-husband to gain custody, Lisa dismisses the woman and throws her out.IMDb 4.3TMDB 2.0 - 98
LeviathanMovie · 2014 · 141m · Drama, CrimeIn a Russian coastal town, Kolya must fight against the corrupt mayor when he learns his house is slated for demolition. He enlists the help of a lawyer friend, but the friend's involvement unexpectedly brings more trouble to Kolya and his family.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 99
StreltsovMovie · 2020 · 101mAt twenty, Eduard Streltsov is a celebrated Soviet football star with talent, fame, and a loving relationship. The nation looks to him to lead the national team to victory at the World Cup, where he's set to compete against Pelé, the legendary Brazilian player. But just days before the team's departure, Streltsov's rivals orchestrate a devastating blow to his career. With his sporting dreams seemingly shattered, he must fight his way back and prove he's a champion worthy of everyone's admiration.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.1 - 100
Pushkin HillsMovie · 2018 · 110mKonstantin, a talented songwriter and guitarist, escapes to the Mikhailovskoye nature reserve, fleeing a cascade of personal troubles. Having lost his income and nearly abandoned hope of recognition, Kostya drifts along, often relying on alcohol. His wife and daughter are emigrating to Canada, prompting him to question his life's path. He grapples with the feeling that he's lost his way and doubts whether anyone even wants his music. Despite his lack of conviction, the quiet of the reserve offers a chance for Konstantin to sort through his life and begin rebuilding.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.5
