Belinsky (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1953, Belinsky is a drama film directed by Grigori Kozintsev, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. A biopic based on the life of Russian literary critic Vissarion Belinsky (1811–1848). The production of the film was completed in 1951, but it was not released until 1953, following the reshooting of various scenes demanded by Stalin.
Who’s in it. Belinsky stars Sergei Kurilov as Belinsky, Aleksandr Borisov as Gertsen, Vladimir Chestnokov as Nekrasov and Georgiy Vitsin as Gogol, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Belinsky 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 Belinsky page.
If you liked it. Fans of Belinsky tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Belinsky (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Belinsky change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Belinsky worth watching?
- Belinsky holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Belinsky?
- Belinsky stars Sergei Kurilov, Aleksandr Borisov, Vladimir Chestnokov, Georgiy Vitsin and Nikolai Afanasyev.
- When was Belinsky released?
- Belinsky was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.