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A Canary Cage (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1983, A Canary Cage is a drama film directed by Pavel Chukhray, running about 77 minutes.

What it’s about. The film follows the chance encounter between two teenagers in crisis - Olesya and Victor. They both feel trapped and are looking for their way out. Olesya ran away from home and is waiting for her father to step off the train from Riga, while Victor desperately wants to get to Riga, or to some other place where people are truly good.

Who’s in it. A Canary Cage stars Evgeniya Dobrovolskaya as Olesya, Vyacheslav Baranov as Victor, Alisa Freyndlikh as Olesya's Mother and Semyon Farada, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, A Canary Cage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Canary Cage page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Canary Cage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Canary Cage (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Canary Cage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Canary Cage worth watching?
A Canary Cage holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Canary Cage?
A Canary Cage stars Evgeniya Dobrovolskaya, Vyacheslav Baranov, Alisa Freyndlikh, Semyon Farada and Valentina Ananina.
When was A Canary Cage released?
A Canary Cage was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.