Maidan (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 8.1

Maidan poster

Released in 2014, Maidan is a documentary film directed by Sergei Loznitsa, running about 130 minutes. “Uprising in Ukraine” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A chronicle of the civil uprising against the regime of Ukrainian president Viktor Yanukovych that took place in Kiev in the winter of 2013/14. The film follows the progress of the revolution: from peaceful rallies, half a million strong in the Maidan square, to the bloody street battles between protesters and riot police.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Maidan sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maidan page.

If you liked it. Fans of Maidan tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Maidan (2014)?
In US, Maidan is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Maidan worth watching?
Maidan holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Maidan released?
Maidan was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.