Ivan and Colombina (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1977, Ivan and Colombina is a drama film directed by Valeri Chechunov, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. After being demobilized, Ivan Cheprasov came to work in the motorcade. The chief assigns Ivan an ancient wreck that no one has bothered to repair. 'Colombina'—as the drivers jokingly nicknamed the old car—became a 'touchstone' for Ivan, testing his resilience and skill. Additionally, Colombina serves as a highly humanized metaphor for metal in Ivan's life, continuing the tradition of Soviet social realism by portraying another archetype, in this case, the ideal chauffeur.
Who’s in it. Ivan and Colombina stars Alexander Kharitonov as Иван Чепрасов, Irina Muravyova as Валентина, Viktor Fokin as Гвоздев, который у всех занимает деньги and Igor Ledogorov as Спиридонов, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Ivan and Colombina 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 Ivan and Colombina page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ivan and Colombina tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ivan and Colombina (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ivan and Colombina change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ivan and Colombina worth watching?
- Ivan and Colombina holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ivan and Colombina?
- Ivan and Colombina stars Alexander Kharitonov, Irina Muravyova, Viktor Fokin, Igor Ledogorov and Elena Tsyplakova.
- When was Ivan and Colombina released?
- Ivan and Colombina was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.