Каруза (2025): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 2025, Каруза is a drama, krieg and familie film directed by Ivan Kharatyan, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on true events, this tale follows the extraordinary bond between a boy and his dog in besieged Leningrad. In 1939, young Mitya finds joy in the companionship of his loyal dog, Karuza. Their idyllic life is shattered when World War II erupts, plunging Leningrad into a brutal siege where starvation looms over its residents. As despair grips the city, Karuza with her keen instincts and unwavering courage ventures into the perilous streets to scavenge for food. Inspired by Karuza’s remarkable bravery, Mitya decides to join her. Together, they are forging a path through despair and hopelessness. However, their efforts take a dangerous turn when they are discovered by German soldiers during one fateful outing.

Who’s in it. Каруза stars Svetlana Ivanova, Ivan Kolesnikov, Mark‐Malik Murashkin as Mitya / Vitya and Mariya Abramova as Toma, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Каруза has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Каруза page.

If you liked it. Fans of Каруза tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.