The Icon Stand (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1969, The Icon Stand is a drama film directed by Christo Christov, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. In late 19th century, a carver-cutter arrives in a little town to make the iconostasis of the newly built church. He is being accommodated in the house of a respected family. He is working slowly because of his love for the daughter of his hosts. They resist in every possible way and pay a high price: Their daughter dies. Though in despair, the master completes the iconostasis: a masterpiece the locals perceive as a heresy. And he leaves once again without any destination.
Who’s in it. The Icon Stand stars Dimitar Tashev as Raphe Klinche, Emilia Radeva as Sultana Glaoushev, Violeta Gindeva as Katerina Glaoushev and Dobrinka Stankova as Bozhanka.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Icon Stand 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 Icon Stand page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Icon Stand tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Icon Stand (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Icon Stand change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Icon Stand worth watching?
- The Icon Stand holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Icon Stand?
- The Icon Stand stars Dimitar Tashev, Emilia Radeva, Violeta Gindeva and Dobrinka Stankova.
- When was The Icon Stand released?
- The Icon Stand was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.