The Darkest Hour (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Series · ★ 5.4
Released in 2021, The Darkest Hour is a drama series.
What it’s about. A post WWII criminal drama, masterfully filmed and produced. Fantastic performance, great historical details and ambience immerse the viewers into the atmosphere of post-war USSR. At the same time, the show has a modern edge thanks to the detailed characters’ psychology and backstory. The war is over but the life is far from being back to normal. It is now the war on crime and Lieutenant Denis Zhuravlev must unholster his gun and protect the safety of civilians. He has to go undercover and become a member of a brutal local gang. He is in and he’s risking his life to stop the murders and heists, but then the plot takes a very dangerous, unpredictable turn. The project is a true gem for audiences worldwide.
Who’s in it. The Darkest Hour stars Konstantin Khabenskiy as Mayor SHumeyko, Andrey Burkovskiy as Denis ZHuravlev, Artur Smolyaninov as Buian and Maksim Belborodov as Kot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Darkest Hour 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 Darkest Hour page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Darkest Hour tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Darkest Hour (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Darkest Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Darkest Hour worth watching?
- The Darkest Hour holds an audience score of 5.4 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 Darkest Hour?
- The Darkest Hour stars Konstantin Khabenskiy, Andrey Burkovskiy, Artur Smolyaninov, Maksim Belborodov and Artur Vakha.
- When was The Darkest Hour released?
- The Darkest Hour was released in 2021.