Stalin's Wife (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2006, Stalin's Wife is a drama and history film directed by Mira Todorovskaya, running about 176 minutes.
What it’s about. A historical drama about the tragic fate of Nadezhda Alliluyeva, a woman who remained in the shadow of her husband Joseph Stalin. In 1918, 16-year-old Nadezhda married 38-year-old Joseph Stalin, a close friend of the Alliluyev family. The love of Nadezhda and Joseph develops against the backdrop of important historical events - revolutions, wars, arrests, and every year Stalin seizes more and more power. Realizing the terrible essence of her beloved husband, Nadezhda still remains faithful to him. But how long can she withstand this struggle with herself?
Who’s in it. Stalin's Wife stars Duta Skhirtladze as Stalin, Olga Budina as Nadezhda Alliluyeva, Ekaterina Galakhova as Irina Gogua and Tamara Gverdtsiteli as Maria Svanidze, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Stalin's Wife sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Stalin's Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stalin's Wife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Stalin's Wife (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Stalin's Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Stalin's Wife worth watching?
- Stalin's Wife holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Stalin's Wife?
- Stalin's Wife stars Duta Skhirtladze, Olga Budina, Ekaterina Galakhova, Tamara Gverdtsiteli and Svetlana Hodchenkova.
- When was Stalin's Wife released?
- Stalin's Wife was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 176 minutes.