The Bear (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film
Released in 1984, The Bear is a comedy and drama film directed by Don Askarian, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. One day the landlord Smirnov demands the widow Popova to pay an old debt which her husband left. She has no money at home and begs Smirnov to wait. The polite conversation turns quickly into an argument. Popova fetches the pistols. Smirnov realizes now that he’s in love with Popova. He confesses his love.
Who’s in it. The Bear stars Hans Peter Hallwachs as Smirnoff, Elisabeth Rath as Popova and Hans Machin as The Old Luka.
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 (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bear change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Bear?
- The Bear stars Hans Peter Hallwachs, Elisabeth Rath and Hans Machin.
- When was The Bear released?
- The Bear was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.