July Rain (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 7.2

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Released in 1967, July Rain is a drama and romance film directed by Marlen Khutsiyev, running about 109 minutes.

What it’s about. A woman is forced to examine the emptiness of her life in this stark drama from the Soviet Union. Lena (Yevgenya Uralova) is a woman in her late twenties who loves her boyfriend (Aleksandr Belyavsky) but in time comes to see that their relationship serves no useful function. What's more, she sees that her friends are for the most part empty-headed lackeys, causing her to wonder just what is the point of her life.

Who’s in it. July Rain stars Yevgeniya Uralova as Lena, Aleksandr Belyavskiy as Volodya, Yuri Vizbor as Alik and Aleksandr Mitta as Vladik, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, July Rain 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 July Rain page.

If you liked it. Fans of July Rain tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch July Rain (1967)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for July Rain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is July Rain worth watching?
July Rain holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in July Rain?
July Rain stars Yevgeniya Uralova, Aleksandr Belyavskiy, Yuri Vizbor, Aleksandr Mitta and Alla Pokrovskaya.
When was July Rain released?
July Rain was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.