My Name Is Harlequin (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1988, My Name Is Harlequin is a drama and crime film directed by Valeri Rybarev, running about 134 minutes.
What it’s about. A guy called Harlequin and his company, who call themselves "wolves", live at a stop near the city, where they often go to "relax" - in search of thrills. And they're not just bullies, at least they think they are. They beat metalheads and fascists for ideological reasons, assert their simple order based on a special kind of justice and the right of the strong. In addition, Harlequin himself tries to think about complex universal values and connect them with the way of life he leads. However, he is faced with people who have their own order, not the same as the main character. And then the party life turns into a real tragedy.
Who’s in it. My Name Is Harlequin stars Oleg Fomin as Arlekino, Vitaly Alexeyev as major, Svetlana Kopylova and Lyudmila Gavrilova, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, My Name Is Harlequin has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Name Is Harlequin page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Name Is Harlequin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Name Is Harlequin (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Name Is Harlequin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Name Is Harlequin worth watching?
- My Name Is Harlequin holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Name Is Harlequin?
- My Name Is Harlequin stars Oleg Fomin, Vitaly Alexeyev, Svetlana Kopylova, Lyudmila Gavrilova and Vladimir Pozhidayev.
- When was My Name Is Harlequin released?
- My Name Is Harlequin was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 134 minutes.