Kashchey the Immortal (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1944, Kashchey the Immortal is a fantasy and family film directed by Aleksandr Rou, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. A beautiful maiden, Marya Morevna, gives her prospective husband, the mighty warrior Nikita Kozhemyaka, three riddles to solve before she'll marry him. Before he can tell her the answers, the Russian land is invaded by the armies of Kashchei the Immortal, in whose footsteps death and destruction follow. Marya is abducted by Kashchei, and Nikita finds his home in ashes. Nikita meets a kindly wizard who gives him a cap of darkness. With it, the hero will find a way to save his bride and rout Kashchei.
Who’s in it. Kashchey the Immortal stars Georgi Millyar as Кащей Бессмертный, Sergei Stolyarov as Nikita Kozhemjaka, Galina Grigoryeva as Marja Morevna and Sergei Filippov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Kashchey the Immortal 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 Kashchey the Immortal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kashchey the Immortal 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 Kashchey the Immortal (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kashchey the Immortal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kashchey the Immortal worth watching?
- Kashchey the Immortal holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Kashchey the Immortal?
- Kashchey the Immortal stars Georgi Millyar, Sergei Stolyarov, Galina Grigoryeva, Sergei Filippov and Emmanuil Geller.