Ward No. 6 (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2009, Ward No. 6 is a drama film directed by Karen Shakhnazarov, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. Simultaneously nihilistic and heartening, Ward No. 6 is based on a story by Chekov, in which a psychiatric doctor becomes a patient in his own asylum. Updated to contemporary Russia, the film is a cocktail of anxieties and riddles, showcasing how easy it is to become what we fear most.
Who’s in it. Ward No. 6 stars Vladimir Ilin as Ragin, Aleksey Vertkov as Gromov, Aleksandr Pankratov-Chyornyy as Mikhail Averyanovich and Evgeniy Stychkin as Khobotov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Ward No. 6 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ward No. 6 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ward No. 6 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ward No. 6 (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ward No. 6 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ward No. 6 worth watching?
- Ward No. 6 holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ward No. 6?
- Ward No. 6 stars Vladimir Ilin, Aleksey Vertkov, Aleksandr Pankratov-Chyornyy, Evgeniy Stychkin and Aleksei Zharkov.
- When was Ward No. 6 released?
- Ward No. 6 was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.