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Anna Karenina (1975): cast, story & where to watch

1975 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1975, Anna Karenina is a drama and music film directed by Margarita Pilikhina, running about 75 minutes.

What it’s about. The film is a Bolshoi Ballet version of Leo Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina with choreography by Maya Plisetskaya who also took on the titular role. Anna Karenina is a young wife of an older husband. She has an affair with the handsome Count Vronsky. By following her desires Anna complicates her life.

Who’s in it. Anna Karenina stars Maya Plisetskaya as Anna Karenina, Vladimir Tikhonov as Karenin, Alexander Godunov as Vronsky and Yuri Vladimirov as Station Master, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Anna Karenina has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Anna Karenina (1975)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Anna Karenina change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Anna Karenina worth watching?
Anna Karenina holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Anna Karenina?
Anna Karenina stars Maya Plisetskaya, Vladimir Tikhonov, Alexander Godunov, Yuri Vladimirov and Nina Sorokina.
When was Anna Karenina released?
Anna Karenina was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.