Biryuk (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1977, Biryuk is a drama film directed by Roman Balayan, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. The history of the serf peasant forester Thomas. For the sullen and unsociable character, people called him Biryuk. Selflessly devoted to the forest, understanding and protecting each tree, Thomas dies humbly and absurdly from the stranger’s bullet.
Who’s in it. Biryuk stars Mykhaylo Holubovych, Oleg Tabakov as Bersenev, Lana Chrol and Juri Dubrovin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Biryuk has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Biryuk page.
If you liked it. Fans of Biryuk tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Biryuk (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Biryuk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Biryuk worth watching?
- Biryuk holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Biryuk?
- Biryuk stars Mykhaylo Holubovych, Oleg Tabakov, Lana Chrol, Juri Dubrovin and Aleksey Zaytsev.
- When was Biryuk released?
- Biryuk was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.