Solaris (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1968, Solaris is a drama, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Boris Nirenburg, running about 142 minutes.
What it’s about. Kris Kelvin joins the space station orbiting the planet Solaris, only to find its two crew members plagued by "phantoms," creations of Solaris. Kelvin is soon confronted with his own phantom, taking the shape of his dead wife Hari.
Who’s in it. Solaris stars Vasili Lanovoy, Antonina Pilyus, Vladimir Etush and Viktor Zozulin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Solaris has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Solaris page.
If you liked it. Fans of Solaris tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Solaris (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Solaris change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Solaris worth watching?
- Solaris holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Solaris?
- Solaris stars Vasili Lanovoy, Antonina Pilyus, Vladimir Etush, Viktor Zozulin and Vyacheslav Dugin.
- When was Solaris released?
- Solaris was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.