Beauty (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 2.3
Released in 2026, Beauty is a war, history and drama film directed by Anton Bogdanov, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. December 1941. Leningrad. The story centers on the main character, who, together with other employees, saves zoo animals from shelling. The people themselves are on the brink of life and death, but they do not abandon the hippopotamus named Krasavitsa.
Who’s in it. Beauty stars Slava Kopeykin, Yulia Peresild, Stasya Miloslavskaya and Viktor Sukhorukov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, Beauty has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beauty page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beauty tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beauty (2026)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beauty change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beauty worth watching?
- Beauty holds an audience score of 2.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war, history and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beauty?
- Beauty stars Slava Kopeykin, Yulia Peresild, Stasya Miloslavskaya, Viktor Sukhorukov and Ivan Dobronravov.
- When was Beauty released?
- Beauty was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.