The Deputy's Hour (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1981, The Deputy's Hour is a drama film directed by Aleksandr Pavlovskiy, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. The eternal “housing question” in Russia is taken on by Serafimov, a young and principled city council deputy, who is determined to help his constituents. In the end, he manages not only to secure a new building for the veterans of the brick factory—made from the very bricks they once produced—but also to have them all housed under one roof, so they wouldn’t feel the pain of separation after leaving their crowded communal apartments.
Who’s in it. The Deputy's Hour stars Volodymyr Volkov, Mykola Hrynko, Nadezhda Shumilova and Yurii Mazhuha, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Deputy's Hour 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 The Deputy's Hour page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deputy's Hour tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deputy's Hour (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Deputy's Hour change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Deputy's Hour worth watching?
- The Deputy's Hour holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Deputy's Hour?
- The Deputy's Hour stars Volodymyr Volkov, Mykola Hrynko, Nadezhda Shumilova, Yurii Mazhuha and Maya Bulgakova.
- When was The Deputy's Hour released?
- The Deputy's Hour was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.