Resurrection (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film
Released in 1931, Resurrection is a drama film directed by Edwin Carewe, running about 71 minutes. “The purity of the spirit fighting the call of the flesh!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Katusha, a country girl, is seduced and abandoned by Prince Nekludov. Nekludov finds himself, years later, on a jury trying the same Katusha for a crime he now realizes his actions drove her to. He follows her to imprisonment in Siberia, intent on redeeming her and himself as well.
Who’s in it. Resurrection stars John Boles as Prince Dmitri Nekhludoff, Lupe Vélez as Katyusha Maslova, Nance O'Neil as Princess Marya and William Keighley as Captain Schoenbock, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Resurrection page.
If you liked it. Fans of Resurrection tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Resurrection (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Resurrection change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Resurrection?
- Resurrection stars John Boles, Lupe Vélez, Nance O'Neil, William Keighley and Rose Tapley.
- When was Resurrection released?
- Resurrection was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.