Borodin: Prince igor (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1981, Borodin: Prince igor is a history and music film directed by O. Moralyov, running about 183 minutes.
What it’s about. This 1981 Bolshoi production performed in the concert hall of The Kremlin is by far the best available, despite the more ‘historical’ picture and mono sound. The production itself is a very classic period production, with utterly authentic costumes and aptly dramatic sets. There are even horses on stage. The depiction of the Don Cossacks’ Khan Konchak and his tribe is colourful and historically informed in one. Needless to say, the scene of the Polovtsian Dances is spectacularly presented with great choregraphy and terrific dancing, in the league of the Spartacus of Bolshoi, no less.
Who’s in it. Borodin: Prince igor stars Evgeny Nesterenko, Elena Kurovskaya and Alexander Vedernikov.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Borodin: Prince igor 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 Borodin: Prince igor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Borodin: Prince igor tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Borodin: Prince igor (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Borodin: Prince igor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Borodin: Prince igor worth watching?
- Borodin: Prince igor holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Borodin: Prince igor?
- Borodin: Prince igor stars Evgeny Nesterenko, Elena Kurovskaya and Alexander Vedernikov.
- When was Borodin: Prince igor released?
- Borodin: Prince igor was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 183 minutes.