Taiga Story (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 7.4

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Released in 1979, Taiga Story is a drama and romance film directed by Vladimir Fetin, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. A hunter, returning to the Taiga forest, finds a dying girl in his cabin. He stoically nurses her back to life, but the differences between them may be too great for them to remain together. Based on the short story 'Dream of the White Mountains' by Viktor Astafyev.

Who’s in it. Taiga Story stars Yevgeni Kindinov as Goga, Mikhail Kononov as Akim, Svetlana Smekhnova as Elia and Vladimir Kashpur as Koryaga, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Taiga Story 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 Taiga Story page.

If you liked it. Fans of Taiga Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Taiga Story (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Taiga Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Taiga Story worth watching?
Taiga Story holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Taiga Story?
Taiga Story stars Yevgeni Kindinov, Mikhail Kononov, Svetlana Smekhnova, Vladimir Kashpur and Tatiana Piletskaya.
When was Taiga Story released?
Taiga Story was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.