The Great Tamer (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film
Released in 1974, The Great Tamer is a family film directed by Georgy Ovcharenko, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. In one small provincial town lives Savva Kulikov. In ordinary life, he is an exemplary Soviet citizen and an up-and-coming economist, but Kulikov has an unusual hobby — he trains his own pets, teaching them many amusing stunts. Among the "pupils" Savva already have a dog, a cat and even a parrot. One day the chimpanzee gets into Savva's hands. The animal was easy to train, with dexterity performing all the tricks of Kulikov, and he decided that his hobby should go to a new, more serious stage - performance in public. Circus friends help Savva break into the circus arena. The main character performs with his monkey in a local circus and the show was an incredible success, breaking a storm of applause from a grateful public.
Who’s in it. The Great Tamer stars Albert Filozov as Savva Kulikov, Lyubov Rumyantseva as Yelena Vasilyevna, Vasili Merkuryev as Vasily Vasilyevich and Marianna Strizhenova as Yelena's Mother, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Tamer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Tamer tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Tamer (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Tamer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Great Tamer?
- The Great Tamer stars Albert Filozov, Lyubov Rumyantseva, Vasili Merkuryev, Marianna Strizhenova and Sergei Filippov.
- When was The Great Tamer released?
- The Great Tamer was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.