The Russian Novel (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2013, The Russian Novel is a drama film directed by Shin Yeon-shick, running about 140 minutes.
What it’s about. About an aspiring author who wakes up from a 27-year coma as one of his country's finest authors, credited for a book he didn't write.
Who’s in it. The Russian Novel stars Kang Shin-hyo as Shin-hyo, Lee Kyung-mi as Kyung-mi, Kim Jung-pal as Jung-suk and Lee Bit-na as Ga-rim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Russian Novel 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 Russian Novel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Russian Novel tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Russian Novel (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Russian Novel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Russian Novel worth watching?
- The Russian Novel holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Russian Novel?
- The Russian Novel stars Kang Shin-hyo, Lee Kyung-mi, Kim Jung-pal, Lee Bit-na and Lee You-mi.
- When was The Russian Novel released?
- The Russian Novel was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.