The Steppe (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1978, The Steppe is a drama film directed by Sergey Bondarchuk, running about 134 minutes.
What it’s about. A boy in Russia, circa 1900, makes a daunting trip from his home village to a school in the city.
Who’s in it. The Steppe stars Nikolay Trofimov, Vladimir Sedov, Viktor Mamayev and Sergey Bondarchuk, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Steppe 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 Steppe page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Steppe tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Steppe (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Steppe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Steppe worth watching?
- The Steppe holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Steppe?
- The Steppe stars Nikolay Trofimov, Vladimir Sedov, Viktor Mamayev, Sergey Bondarchuk and Ivan Lapikov.
- When was The Steppe released?
- The Steppe was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 134 minutes.