The Big Deal (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 4.3

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Released in 2019, The Big Deal is a comedy and family film directed by Mikhail Raskhodnikov, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Vadim Krylov is the owner of a major retail chain. He's the best at what he does, and he is used to getting what he wants at any cost. He reaches his goal, 3000 stores all over the country, but that costs him dearly. Now, to avoid financial ruin Krylov has to make a deal to partner with a large Chinese retail chain. The Chinese company is ready to purchase a 50% stake in Vadim's company which officially - or on paper at least - belongs to his Mother. Vadim is once again on top of the world. But his Mother, who lived her whole life in his home town died a half a year ago and it turns out, she left a last will and testament. So Vadim will have to go back to his home town where there's an unexpected surprise waiting for him. His Mother bequeathed the company not to him, but to her granddaughter, his daughter, with whom he has had no contact with since he abandoned her at the age of two.

Who’s in it. The Big Deal stars Vladimir Vdovichenkov as Vadim Krylov, Valentina Lyapina as Alina, Vladimir Sychev and Irina Pegova as Alina's mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Big Deal has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Big Deal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Big Deal (2019)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Deal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Big Deal worth watching?
The Big Deal holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Big Deal?
The Big Deal stars Vladimir Vdovichenkov, Valentina Lyapina, Vladimir Sychev, Irina Pegova and Nikolay Shrayber.
When was The Big Deal released?
The Big Deal was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.