The Last Bolshevik (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 7.5

Released in 1993, The Last Bolshevik is a history and documentary film directed by Chris Marker, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. A documentary on Soviet filmmaker Aleksandr Medvedkin, examining his tumultuous career, the rediscovery of his masterpiece Happiness, and Russia's struggles over the course of the 20th Century.
Who’s in it. The Last Bolshevik stars Aleksandr Medvedkin as Himself (archive footage), Nikolai Izvolov as Himself - Russian film historian, Léonor Graser as Dinosaur girl and Yuli Raizman as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Last Bolshevik has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Bolshevik page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Bolshevik tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Bolshevik (1993)?
- In US, The Last Bolshevik is available to stream on OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Last Bolshevik worth watching?
- The Last Bolshevik holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Last Bolshevik?
- The Last Bolshevik stars Aleksandr Medvedkin, Nikolai Izvolov, Léonor Graser, Yuli Raizman and Antonina Pirojkova.
- When was The Last Bolshevik released?
- The Last Bolshevik was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.