A Little Crane (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1969, A Little Crane is a drama and romance film directed by Nikolai Moskalenko, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the novel of Mikhail Alekseyev "Bread — as a Noun." About the fate of a Russian woman who endured all the hardships of war and post-war life. After the war, those few who survived at the front returned to their native village. But Marfa's husband, whom she had been waiting for for so many years, would never return. Marfa, a beautiful and proud woman, remains true to her only love...
Who’s in it. A Little Crane stars Lyudmila Chursina as Marfa, Nonna Mordyukova as Glafira, Tatyana Pelttser as Nastasya and Rimma Markova as Avdotya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, A Little Crane 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 A Little Crane page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Little Crane tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Little Crane (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Little Crane change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Little Crane worth watching?
- A Little Crane holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Little Crane?
- A Little Crane stars Lyudmila Chursina, Nonna Mordyukova, Tatyana Pelttser, Rimma Markova and Armen Dzhigarkhanyan.
- When was A Little Crane released?
- A Little Crane was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.