The Golden Key (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.4

Released in 1939, The Golden Key is a fantasy, adventure and animation film directed by Aleksandr Ptushko, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. The Golden Key, a 1939 movie combining live action and stop-motion animation.
Who’s in it. The Golden Key stars Sergei Martinson as Duremar, Nikolai Bogolyubov as Captain, Olga Shaganova-Obraztsova as Buratino and Raisa Khairova as Pierrot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Golden Key has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Golden Key page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Golden Key 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 The Golden Key (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Golden Key change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Golden Key worth watching?
- The Golden Key holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Golden Key?
- The Golden Key stars Sergei Martinson, Nikolai Bogolyubov, Olga Shaganova-Obraztsova, Raisa Khairova and S. Zonnenburg.
- When was The Golden Key released?
- The Golden Key was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.
