White Shaman (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1982, White Shaman is a drama and tv movie film directed by Anatoli Nitochkin, running about 150 minutes.
What it’s about. The action takes place in the 1930s and 1940s in Chukotka. With the establishment of Soviet power, changes are coming to the camp. The main character — hunter Poygin — does not realize the significance of what is happening immediately. There is a series of events: a collision with a Black shaman who tried to take away a beloved woman from a hunter, a meeting with the head of the cultural base Medvedev, etc. Poygin observes the events that ultimately determine his life position. He becomes chairman of the first collective farm in Chukotka.
Who’s in it. White Shaman stars Dzhambul Hudajbergenov, Esbolgan Zhajsanbaev, Bolot Beyshenaliev and Vladimir Sedov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, White Shaman 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 White Shaman page.
If you liked it. Fans of White Shaman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch White Shaman (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for White Shaman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is White Shaman worth watching?
- White Shaman holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in White Shaman?
- White Shaman stars Dzhambul Hudajbergenov, Esbolgan Zhajsanbaev, Bolot Beyshenaliev, Vladimir Sedov and Nikolay Olyalin.
- When was White Shaman released?
- White Shaman was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.