Foma Gordeyev (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1959, Foma Gordeyev is a drama film directed by Mark Donskoy, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Foma Gordeyev, the son of a wealthy Volga merchant, doesn't want to continue his father's work. The mind is sickened by the dirt and injustice of life around him. Foma is seeking solace in a drunken rampage and wild antics. After many years of desolation, he is half-ill at the opening of a night shelter built with his father’s money.
Who’s in it. Foma Gordeyev stars Georgi Yepifantsev as Foma Gordeyev, Sergei Lukyanov as Ignat Gordeyev, Pavel Tarasov as Yakov Mayakin and Alla Labetskaya as Lyuba, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Foma Gordeyev 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 Foma Gordeyev page.
If you liked it. Fans of Foma Gordeyev tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Foma Gordeyev (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Foma Gordeyev change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Foma Gordeyev worth watching?
- Foma Gordeyev holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Foma Gordeyev?
- Foma Gordeyev stars Georgi Yepifantsev, Sergei Lukyanov, Pavel Tarasov, Alla Labetskaya and Marianna Strizhenova.
- When was Foma Gordeyev released?
- Foma Gordeyev was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.