The Visit (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1989, The Visit is a drama film directed by Mikhail Kozakov, running about 144 minutes.
What it’s about. In her teens, Mme. Zachanassian had to flee her home town in disgrace. Now she's old and rich and the town is facing bankruptcy. But she returns with news that she wants to help - as long as the townsfolk kill someone for her.
Who’s in it. The Visit stars Yekaterina Vasilyeva as Clara Tsekhanasyan, Valentin Gaft as Alfred III, Svetlana Nemolyaeva as Alfred III's wife and Igor Kashintsev, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Visit 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 Visit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Visit tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Visit (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Visit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Visit worth watching?
- The Visit holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Visit?
- The Visit stars Yekaterina Vasilyeva, Valentin Gaft, Svetlana Nemolyaeva, Igor Kashintsev and Valentin Nikulin.
- When was The Visit released?
- The Visit was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 144 minutes.