The Nihilists (1905): cast, story & where to watch
1905 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1905, The Nihilists is a drama, crime and adventure film directed by Wallace McCutcheon Sr., running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. A happy Russian family is broken up when their patriarch is arrested for treason. His distraught wife joins the secret society of nihilists and is assigned to commit an act of terror. Based on the play "Vera; or, The Nihilists" by Oscar Wilde.
Who’s in it. The Nihilists stars Edward Dillon.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Nihilists has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Nihilists page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nihilists tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nihilists (1905)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nihilists change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nihilists worth watching?
- The Nihilists holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nihilists?
- The Nihilists stars Edward Dillon.
- When was The Nihilists released?
- The Nihilists was released in 1905, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.