I Am Khortitsa (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1981, I Am Khortitsa is a drama and war film directed by Alexander Igishev, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. The hard days of August 1941. Enemy troops approached Zaporozhye, the island of Khortitsa was captured, and the Nazis shelled the city from its high banks. Our troops sought to recapture this bridgehead at all costs. Schoolchildren - fighters of the "Young Chapaevets" detachment - helped the Soviet soldiers.
Who’s in it. I Am Khortitsa stars Oleg De-Ribas as Volodya, Pille Pihlamagi, Yuri Zhdanov and Vasili Skromny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, I Am Khortitsa has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Am Khortitsa page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Am Khortitsa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Am Khortitsa (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Am Khortitsa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is I Am Khortitsa worth watching?
- I Am Khortitsa holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in I Am Khortitsa?
- I Am Khortitsa stars Oleg De-Ribas, Pille Pihlamagi, Yuri Zhdanov, Vasili Skromny and Sergei Kanishchev.
- When was I Am Khortitsa released?
- I Am Khortitsa was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.