The Red Violin (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film
Released in 1975, The Red Violin is a drama and history film directed by Kaljo Kiisk, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. When Estonian violinist Eduard Sõrmus starts his concert tours in Europe, he is convinced that the world revolution is about to begin. His mission as a Red Violinist is to call the proletariat around the world to join with the revolution. It is only two things - music and revolution - that Eduard has dedicated himself to. His audience is enchanted by his performance and ignited by his ideas. With this knowledge, he travels Europe between the two world wars, accompanied by his faithful friends, his audience's admiration and the hostility of the authorities.
Who’s in it. The Red Violin stars Viktors Lorencs as Eduard Sõrmus, Ljubov Albitskaja as Ida, Nadežda Hill as Virginia and Kaarel Ird as Broschowski, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Red Violin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Violin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Violin (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Violin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Red Violin?
- The Red Violin stars Viktors Lorencs, Ljubov Albitskaja, Nadežda Hill, Kaarel Ird and Kaljo Kiisk.
- When was The Red Violin released?
- The Red Violin was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.