The Volga Boatman (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1926, The Volga Boatman is a drama film directed by Cecil B. DeMille, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. During the Russian Revolution Princess Vera, though betrothed to Prince Dimitri, is attracted to the peasant Feodor.
Who’s in it. The Volga Boatman stars William Boyd as Feodor, Elinor Fair as Vera, Robert Edeson as Prince Nikita and Victor Varconi as Prince Dimitri, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Volga Boatman 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 The Volga Boatman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Volga Boatman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Volga Boatman (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Volga Boatman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Volga Boatman worth watching?
- The Volga Boatman holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Volga Boatman?
- The Volga Boatman stars William Boyd, Elinor Fair, Robert Edeson, Victor Varconi and Julia Faye.
- When was The Volga Boatman released?
- The Volga Boatman was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.