The Flood (1995): cast, story & where to watch

1995 · Film · ★ 2

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Released in 1995, The Flood is a drama and mystery film directed by Igor Minaiev, running about 99 minutes.

What it’s about. This is 1920: Sophia and Trofim Ivanytch have been living on Vassilievski Island, which is part of Petrograd, for thirteen years. In their house, which looks like a ship wreck, the atmosphere is gloomy. Sophia cannot have children and she is aware that, because of that, she is likely to lose her husband. That is why, when their neighbor dies, she asks Trofim to take in Ganka, his orphaned thirteen-year-old daughter. Trofim agrees and their new life begins...

Who’s in it. The Flood stars Isabelle Huppert as Sofia, Boris Nevzorov as Trofim, Svetlana Kryuchkova as Pelagiya and Mariya Lipkina as Ganka, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Flood has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flood page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Flood (1995)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Flood worth watching?
The Flood holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Flood?
The Flood stars Isabelle Huppert, Boris Nevzorov, Svetlana Kryuchkova, Mariya Lipkina and Vladimir Kuznetsov.
When was The Flood released?
The Flood was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.