Light over Russia (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1947, Light over Russia is a drama and history film directed by Sergei Yutkevich, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. Memories of the old Baltic sailor who participated in a revolution and a few wars...
Who’s in it. Light over Russia stars Mikhail Gelovani as Stalin, Boris Livanov as Mayakovskiy, Rostislav Plyatt as Optimist and Maksim Shtraukh as Pessimist, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Light over Russia has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Light over Russia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Light over Russia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Light over Russia (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Light over Russia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Light over Russia worth watching?
- Light over Russia holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Light over Russia?
- Light over Russia stars Mikhail Gelovani, Boris Livanov, Rostislav Plyatt, Maksim Shtraukh and Nikolai Brilling.
- When was Light over Russia released?
- Light over Russia was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.