The Third Planet (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1991, The Third Planet is a science fiction film directed by Aleksandr Rogozhkin, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Drawing heavily from Arkady and Boris Strugatsky's 1971 novella 'Piknik na obochine' ('Roadside Picnic') as well as Andrei Tarkovsky's 1979 film adaptation ('Stalker'), 'Tretya planeta' tells the story of a father seeking a cure for his ill daughter by venturing into an area known only as "The Zone" to request help from the mysterious healers that dwell within its forbidden borders.
Who’s in it. The Third Planet stars Anna Matyukhina, Boris Sokolov, Svetlana Mikhalchenko and Konstantin Polyansky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Third Planet 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 Third Planet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Third Planet tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Third Planet (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Third Planet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Third Planet worth watching?
- The Third Planet holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Third Planet?
- The Third Planet stars Anna Matyukhina, Boris Sokolov, Svetlana Mikhalchenko, Konstantin Polyansky and Georgi Pankratov.
- When was The Third Planet released?
- The Third Planet was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.