Comedy of the Strict Regime (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4.9

Released in 1992, Comedy of the Strict Regime is a comedy film directed by Mikhail Grigoryev, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. The action is set in 1970 as the Soviet Union (and the entire progressive world) are preparing to celebrate Lenin's centenary. Not to be outdone, the camp commander decides to have the prisoners put on a play about Lenin's life. However, the ensuing preparations turn everything upside down and seem to offer a God-given chance to plot an escape.
Who’s in it. Comedy of the Strict Regime stars Viktor Sukhorukov, Ivan Krivoruchko, Lev Kubarev and Nadezhda Zharikova, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Comedy of the Strict Regime has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Comedy of the Strict Regime page.
If you liked it. Fans of Comedy of the Strict Regime tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Comedy of the Strict Regime (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Comedy of the Strict Regime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Comedy of the Strict Regime worth watching?
- Comedy of the Strict Regime holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Comedy of the Strict Regime?
- Comedy of the Strict Regime stars Viktor Sukhorukov, Ivan Krivoruchko, Lev Kubarev, Nadezhda Zharikova and Vladimir Ermilov.
- When was Comedy of the Strict Regime released?
- Comedy of the Strict Regime was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.
