The Parasite (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1953, The Parasite is a drama film directed by Vladimir Basov, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. After a long absence from St. Petersburg, a young landowner Yeletskaya comes to her estate with her husband.
Who’s in it. The Parasite stars Boris Chirkov, Sergei Kurilov, Lidiya Dranovskaya and Pavel Shpringfeld, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Parasite 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 Parasite page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Parasite tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Parasite (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Parasite change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Parasite worth watching?
- The Parasite holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Parasite?
- The Parasite stars Boris Chirkov, Sergei Kurilov, Lidiya Dranovskaya, Pavel Shpringfeld and Aleksandra Denisova.
- When was The Parasite released?
- The Parasite was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.