Boris Godounov (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1989, Boris Godounov is a drama and music film directed by Andrzej Żuławski, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. A possible impostor torments a newly crowned medieval czar who may have ordered the real successor's death.
Who’s in it. Boris Godounov stars Ruggero Raimondi as Boris Godounov, Kenneth Riegel as Le prince Chouisky, Pavel Slabý as Le moine Grigori (le faux Dimitri) / L'innocent and Wyatscheslaw Polozov as Grigory (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Boris Godounov 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 Boris Godounov page.
If you liked it. Fans of Boris Godounov tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Boris Godounov (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Boris Godounov change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Boris Godounov worth watching?
- Boris Godounov holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Boris Godounov?
- Boris Godounov stars Ruggero Raimondi, Kenneth Riegel, Pavel Slabý, Wyatscheslaw Polozov and Bernard Lefort.
- When was Boris Godounov released?
- Boris Godounov was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.