Eighth World Wonder (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1981, Eighth World Wonder is a comedy film directed by Samson Samsonov, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The heroines of the film are Soviet basketball players who take part in international competitions for the Hera Cup. Exciting basketball matches, the nobility of a Soviet athlete who saved the life of a Greek basketball player, the anxiety of first love-all these and other events make up the plot of the film.
Who’s in it. Eighth World Wonder stars Liya Akhedzhakova as Julia Jermolina, Tatyana Kravchenko as Lavruzhina, Yelena Shchyolokova as Zhura Mamonova and Viktoriya Alekseyeva as Katya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Eighth World Wonder has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eighth World Wonder page.
If you liked it. Fans of Eighth World Wonder tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Eighth World Wonder (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Eighth World Wonder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Eighth World Wonder worth watching?
- Eighth World Wonder holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Eighth World Wonder?
- Eighth World Wonder stars Liya Akhedzhakova, Tatyana Kravchenko, Yelena Shchyolokova, Viktoriya Alekseyeva and Irina Gubanova.
- When was Eighth World Wonder released?
- Eighth World Wonder was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.