The Cutlass (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1973, The Cutlass is an adventure and family film directed by Nikolai Kalinin, running about 210 minutes.
What it’s about. A Red Army officer Polevoy possesses a navy dirk with a secret message encrypted in its handle. The second part of a message belongs to a White army officer Nikitskiy. It's up to three young friends of Polevoy to uncover the mystery.
Who’s in it. The Cutlass stars Sergei Shevkunenko as Misha Polyakov, Vladimir Dichkovsky as Genka, Emmanuil Vitorgan as Nikitsky and Viktor Sergachyov as uncle Semyon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Cutlass has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cutlass page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cutlass tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cutlass (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cutlass change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cutlass worth watching?
- The Cutlass holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Cutlass?
- The Cutlass stars Sergei Shevkunenko, Vladimir Dichkovsky, Emmanuil Vitorgan, Viktor Sergachyov and Natalya Chemodurova.
- When was The Cutlass released?
- The Cutlass was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 210 minutes.