The Magic Ring (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 1979, The Magic Ring is a fantasy and animation film directed by Leonid Nosyrev, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Soviet cartoon, created in 1979 by the director-animator Leonid Nosyrev. Later, he entered the cartoon almanac "Laughter and Grief at The White Sea" with other Nosyrev's films based on Pomor fairy tales and legends.
Who’s in it. The Magic Ring stars Yuri Volyntsev as Ivan (voice), Anatoliy Barantsev as Tsar (voice), Mariya Vinogradova as Ivan's Mother / Cat Mashka (voice) and Kira Smirnova as Tsarina Maremmana (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, The Magic Ring sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Magic Ring page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magic Ring tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Magic Ring (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magic Ring change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magic Ring worth watching?
- The Magic Ring holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Magic Ring?
- The Magic Ring stars Yuri Volyntsev, Anatoliy Barantsev, Mariya Vinogradova, Kira Smirnova and Tatyana Vasileva.
- When was The Magic Ring released?
- The Magic Ring was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.