The Bear (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1938, The Bear is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Isidor Annensky, running about 43 minutes.
What it’s about. A romantic comedy based on an Anton Chekhov play of the same name. A young man comes to collect a debt owed to him by the widow Popova's late husband. They argue , duel with pistols , and fall in love while all of this is witnessed by Popova's servant Luka.
Who’s in it. The Bear stars Olga Androvskaya as Yelena Ivanovna Popova, Mikhail Zharov as Grigori Stepanovich Smirnov, Ivan Pelttser as Luka, the servant and Konstantin Sorokin.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Bear has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bear page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bear tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bear (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bear worth watching?
- The Bear holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Bear?
- The Bear stars Olga Androvskaya, Mikhail Zharov, Ivan Pelttser and Konstantin Sorokin.
- When was The Bear released?
- The Bear was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 43 minutes.