Ruslan and Lyudmila (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film
Released in 1996, Ruslan and Lyudmila is a fantasy, adventure and romance film directed by Hans Hulscher, running about 211 minutes.
What it’s about. Mikhail Ivanovich Glinka's magical masterpiece in its entirety, inspired by Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin's poem of a Russian tale. An evil sorcerer Chernomor casts a spell over wedding celebrations for Ruslan and Lyudmila at the court of Svetozar, the Prince of Kiev. Lyudmila vanishes and her father promises her hand and half his kingdom to the knight who rescues her. Ruslan on this quest of rescue encounters the knights Ratmir and Farlaf, the wise wizard Finn, the slave of Ratmir, Gorislava and sorceress Naina before confronting Chernomor in his magic garden. After all the challenges for Ruslan, true love prevails.
Who’s in it. Ruslan and Lyudmila stars Vladimir Ognovenko as Ruslan, Anna Netrebko as Lyudmila, Mikhail Kit as Svetozar and Larissa Diadkova as Ratmir, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ruslan and Lyudmila page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ruslan and Lyudmila tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ruslan and Lyudmila (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ruslan and Lyudmila change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Ruslan and Lyudmila?
- Ruslan and Lyudmila stars Vladimir Ognovenko, Anna Netrebko, Mikhail Kit, Larissa Diadkova and Gennady Bezzubenkov.
- When was Ruslan and Lyudmila released?
- Ruslan and Lyudmila was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 211 minutes.