A Spring for the Thirsty (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1965, A Spring for the Thirsty is a drama film directed by Yuri Ilyenko, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. A parable centering on an old man who lives a secluded life in the desert, alone with only his memories and photographs. His wellspring, once a source of joy and hope for thirsty passersby, is now rarely used. No longer able to find comfort in his memories, he turns all his photographs to face the walls.
Who’s in it. A Spring for the Thirsty stars Dmitro Milyutenko, Feodosiya Lytvynenko as grandmother Chornukha, Larisa Kadochnikova and Gemma Firsova, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, A Spring for the Thirsty has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Takflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Spring for the Thirsty page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Spring for the Thirsty tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Spring for the Thirsty (1965)?
- In US, A Spring for the Thirsty is available to rent or buy from Takflix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Spring for the Thirsty worth watching?
- A Spring for the Thirsty holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Spring for the Thirsty?
- A Spring for the Thirsty stars Dmitro Milyutenko, Feodosiya Lytvynenko, Larisa Kadochnikova, Gemma Firsova and Nina Alisova.
- When was A Spring for the Thirsty released?
- A Spring for the Thirsty was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.