Close to Eden (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1991, Close to Eden is a drama film directed by Nikita Mikhalkov, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. A farmer and his wife live in a rural part of Inner Mongolia with their three children. Chinese population control policies prevent them from having any more. The farmer sets out for the nearest town to obtain birth control. He comes upon a Russian truck driver who has ended up in a lake. The farmer takes the man back to his farm, and after initially being appalled, the Russian becomes enchanted with the peaceful life of the countryside and decides to stay. But his presence presages big changes for the peasants.
Who’s in it. Close to Eden stars Caprice Bourret, Mathew Pritchard, Ryan Dunn and Tony Hawk, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Close to Eden 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 Close to Eden page.
If you liked it. Fans of Close to Eden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Close to Eden (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Close to Eden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Close to Eden worth watching?
- Close to Eden holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Close to Eden?
- Close to Eden stars Caprice Bourret, Mathew Pritchard, Ryan Dunn, Tony Hawk and Dave Mirra.
- When was Close to Eden released?
- Close to Eden was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.