The Russian Question (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1948, The Russian Question is a drama film directed by Mikhail Romm, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is based on the play by K. Simonov. It is the story of an American journalist who spends time in Russia and sees socialism in action. Upon his return to the U.S., a prestigious editor asks him to write a book about his experience. He receives a handsome advance for the project and he and his fiancée are able to buy a house, a car, and other symbols of the American dream. But the editor’s generosity comes with a caveat: the book must present a negative picture of Soviet society. Will he simply keep the money and do what is expected of him, or will he instead tell the truth?
Who’s in it. The Russian Question stars Vsevolod Aksyonov as Smith, Yelena Kuzmina as Jessie, Mikhail Astangov as MacPherson and Mikhail Nazvanov as Gould, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Russian Question 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 The Russian Question page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Russian Question tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Russian Question (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Russian Question change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Russian Question worth watching?
- The Russian Question 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 The Russian Question?
- The Russian Question stars Vsevolod Aksyonov, Yelena Kuzmina, Mikhail Astangov, Mikhail Nazvanov and Boris Tenin.
- When was The Russian Question released?
- The Russian Question was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.