The Bearslayer (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1930, The Bearslayer is a fantasy, adventure, war and romance film directed by Aleksandrs Rusteiķis, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The Latvian epic "Lāčplēsis" resounds through time and parallels the struggles of a Latvian soldier and his love before, during and after WWI.
Who’s in it. The Bearslayer stars Voldemārs Dimze as Lāčplēsis/Jānis Vanags, Lilita Bērziņa as Laimdota / Mirdza Saulite, Kristaps Kreicbergs as Saulītis and Osvalds Mednis as Melnais Bruņinieks, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Bearslayer has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bearslayer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bearslayer 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 Bearslayer (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bearslayer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bearslayer worth watching?
- The Bearslayer holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, war and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Bearslayer?
- The Bearslayer stars Voldemārs Dimze, Lilita Bērziņa, Kristaps Kreicbergs, Osvalds Mednis and Jēkabs Upenieks.
- When was The Bearslayer released?
- The Bearslayer was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.