The Northerners (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2018, The Northerners is a documentary film directed by Ilya Povolotsky, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. The Northerners is a cycle of film essays with a focus on northern individualism. Each one of the three parts plays out in different places around the Kola Peninsula over one day. The story revolves around the everyday life of three people who share no formal ties. Igor, who belongs to a dynasty of pilots, is a polar aviation squad commander; Vasily is a tug master at Murmansk’s commercial port; Volodya is a woodcutter, leader of a logging guild. Like most of those living in the north of Russia, they came here for work, and though they weren’t initially planning on staying, they ended up staying forever.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Northerners has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Northerners page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Northerners (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Northerners change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Northerners worth watching?
- The Northerners holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Northerners released?
- The Northerners was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.