When The Dead Awaken (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film
Released in 1926, When The Dead Awaken is a comedy film directed by Aleksey Dmitriev, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. The movie takes place in one of the Russian provincial cities during the Civil War. A local priest, together with the ex-estate manager buries count's treasures and disguises it as his nephew's funeral. And when his nephew Nikeshka Vonmiglasov, a former Wrangelian, suddenly appears, he understands that he can profit on his magical "resurrection".
Who’s in it. When The Dead Awaken stars Igor Ilyinsky as Nikeshka Vonmiglasov, Pyotr Repnin as telegraph operator Ardalion Medalionov, Nikolai Vashkevich as priest Matvey and Antonin Pankryshev as deacon, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When The Dead Awaken page.
If you liked it. Fans of When The Dead Awaken tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When The Dead Awaken (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for When The Dead Awaken change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in When The Dead Awaken?
- When The Dead Awaken stars Igor Ilyinsky, Pyotr Repnin, Nikolai Vashkevich, Antonin Pankryshev and I. Vysotsky.
- When was When The Dead Awaken released?
- When The Dead Awaken was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.