Born in the USSR: 7 Up (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 7.2

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Released in 1991, Born in the USSR: 7 Up is a documentary film directed by Sergey Miroshnichenko, running about 70 minutes.

What it’s about. Seven Up series the first ever reality soap. The concept involves filming and getting to know a number of children, aged seven, across the nation. These children are then re-visited every 7 years to see how their lives are progressing. A varied group of children from different regions and social classes were selected. The Soviet group includes children from across the union, including Russia, Kirgizstan, Georgia and Lithuania. The filming took place during a time of civil and ethnic unrest and poverty.

Who’s in it. Born in the USSR: 7 Up stars Seva Novgorodtsev as Narrator.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Born in the USSR: 7 Up 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 Born in the USSR: 7 Up page.

If you liked it. Fans of Born in the USSR: 7 Up 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 Born in the USSR: 7 Up (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Born in the USSR: 7 Up change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Born in the USSR: 7 Up worth watching?
Born in the USSR: 7 Up holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Born in the USSR: 7 Up?
Born in the USSR: 7 Up stars Seva Novgorodtsev.
When was Born in the USSR: 7 Up released?
Born in the USSR: 7 Up was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.