Losharik (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1971, Losharik is an animation film directed by Ivan Ufimtsev, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. The film tells us about the circus horse made of wooden balls who became the best actor in the circus. Yuri Norstein was it's sole animator. His handling of puppets and decor created a rare elegant beauty. Being known as the worlds greatest puppet animation director, many people in the west forget that he was animator too.
Who’s in it. Losharik stars Rina Zelyonaya as Losharik (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Losharik sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Losharik page.
If you liked it. Fans of Losharik tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Losharik (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Losharik change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Losharik worth watching?
- Losharik holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Losharik?
- Losharik stars Rina Zelyonaya.
- When was Losharik released?
- Losharik was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.