The Wizard of the Kremlin (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2026, The Wizard of the Kremlin is a drama film directed by Olivier Assayas, running about 136 minutes.
What it’s about. In the chaos of post-Soviet Russia, rising KGB officer Vladimir Putin joins forces with master manipulator Vadim Baranov to reshape life behind the Iron Curtain, using violence and deception to change the world forever.
Who’s in it. The Wizard of the Kremlin stars Paul Dano as Vadim Baranov, Jude Law as Vladimir Putin, Alicia Vikander as Ksenia and Tom Sturridge as Dmitri Sidorov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Wizard of the Kremlin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Hulu and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Plex. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wizard of the Kremlin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wizard of the Kremlin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wizard of the Kremlin (2026)?
- In US, The Wizard of the Kremlin is available to stream on Hulu, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Wizard of the Kremlin worth watching?
- The Wizard of the Kremlin holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wizard of the Kremlin?
- The Wizard of the Kremlin stars Paul Dano, Jude Law, Alicia Vikander, Tom Sturridge and Will Keen.
- When was The Wizard of the Kremlin released?
- The Wizard of the Kremlin was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.