The Optimists (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Series · ★ 5.2
Released in 2017, The Optimists is a drama and war & politics series.
What it’s about. The early 1960s. The Soviet Union is experiencing a bright Khrushchev-era, full of hope. A group of young diplomats at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs come face to face with world-changing global events. Before long, these wide-eyed idealists find themselves deep in the breathtaking world of spy games, mortal dangers, and brilliant political maneuvering.
Who’s in it. The Optimists stars Andrey Smirnov as Georgy Mikhailovich, Jonathan Salway, Vladimir Vdovichenkov as Grigory Biryukov and Severija Janušauskaitė as Ruta Blaumane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Optimists has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Optimists page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Optimists tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Optimists (2017)?
- In US, The Optimists is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Optimists worth watching?
- The Optimists holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Optimists?
- The Optimists stars Andrey Smirnov, Jonathan Salway, Vladimir Vdovichenkov, Severija Janušauskaitė and Artyom Bystrov.
- When was The Optimists released?
- The Optimists was released in 2017.