How the Steel Was Tempered (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 2.3
Released in 1942, How the Steel Was Tempered is a drama film directed by Mark Donskoy, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. This literary adaptation was one of only two films made during World War II on the subject of the Civil War following the Bolshevik Revolution, as attention by filmmakers and viewers shifted away from past history and toward the current conflict.
Who’s in it. How the Steel Was Tempered stars Daniil Sagal, Aleksandr Khvylya, Boris Runge and Vladimir Balashov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, How the Steel Was Tempered has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch How the Steel Was Tempered page.
If you liked it. Fans of How the Steel Was Tempered tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch How the Steel Was Tempered (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for How the Steel Was Tempered change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is How the Steel Was Tempered worth watching?
- How the Steel Was Tempered holds an audience score of 2.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in How the Steel Was Tempered?
- How the Steel Was Tempered stars Daniil Sagal, Aleksandr Khvylya, Boris Runge, Vladimir Balashov and Grigoriy Aronov.
- When was How the Steel Was Tempered released?
- How the Steel Was Tempered was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.