Legend of Rustam (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1972, Legend of Rustam is a fantasy, drama, adventure and family film directed by Boris Kimyagarov, running about 147 minutes.
What it’s about. An epic legend about the exploits of the legendary hero Rustam - a brave warrior who is always ready to come to the aid of those who need her. The story is based on Ferdowsi's poem "Shah-Nam". The first part of the "Exploits of Rustam" dilogy, which is continued by the film "Rustam and Suhrab" (1972).
Who’s in it. Legend of Rustam stars Bimbulat Vatayev as Rustam, Svetlana Norbayeva as Tahmina, Otar Koberidze as Cavus and Alim Khodzhayev as Poet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Legend of Rustam sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Legend of Rustam page.
If you liked it. Fans of Legend of Rustam tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Legend of Rustam (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Legend of Rustam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Legend of Rustam worth watching?
- Legend of Rustam holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, adventure and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Legend of Rustam?
- Legend of Rustam stars Bimbulat Vatayev, Svetlana Norbayeva, Otar Koberidze, Alim Khodzhayev and Makhmudzhan Vakhidov.
- When was Legend of Rustam released?
- Legend of Rustam was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 147 minutes.