The Penal Colony (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film
Released in 2017, The Penal Colony is a drama film directed by Manos Cizek, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. A fictional film based on the true accounts of human rights abuse in a Mordovian prison.
Who’s in it. The Penal Colony stars Sandra von Ruffin as Sonia, Mariana Novak as Nadya Tolokonnikova, Constantine Markoulakis and Sofia Alexanian, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Penal Colony page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Penal Colony tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Penal Colony (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Penal Colony change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Penal Colony?
- The Penal Colony stars Sandra von Ruffin, Mariana Novak, Constantine Markoulakis, Sofia Alexanian and Eleanna Finokalioti.
- When was The Penal Colony released?
- The Penal Colony was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.