The Laboratory (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1979, The Laboratory is a drama film directed by Aleksandr Pankratov.
What it’s about. Based on the story by B.Polishchuk “The Laboratory of Voskoboinikov". Due to the need to reduce staff, the head of the laboratory, not wanting to make a choice himself, entrusts this ”slippery” task to the entire team, and he goes on a business trip. Upon arrival, it turns out that not only has no one been fired, but they have also achieved an increase in staff.
Who’s in it. The Laboratory stars Vsevolod Shilovsky, Sergey Shakurov, Oleg Golubitsky and Mikhail Semakov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Laboratory has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Laboratory page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Laboratory tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Laboratory (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Laboratory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Laboratory worth watching?
- The Laboratory holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Laboratory?
- The Laboratory stars Vsevolod Shilovsky, Sergey Shakurov, Oleg Golubitsky, Mikhail Semakov and Tatyana Konyukhova.
- When was The Laboratory released?
- The Laboratory was released in 1979.