When the Storks Fly Away (1964): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1964, When the Storks Fly Away is a drama film directed by Vadim Lysenko, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. Christian Luka, an old wine grower, lives alone in the village of Redu Mare. Upon learning that it was decided to demolish the old vineyard in order to plant new vines in its place, Christian loses heart and decides that it's time for him to give way to the young ones. The chairman of the collective farm, understanding the mood of the old man, preserves his vineyard. And again the old man prunes the vine. The work rejuvenated him, filled him with new vitality. He no longer shuns people, but takes an active part in their lives and affairs. He realized that a person should not live in isolation from people, that his immortality lies in the good deeds that remain after him.

Who’s in it. When the Storks Fly Away stars Nikolai Mordvinov, Dumitru Fusu, Olga Gobzeva and Anatoli Fedorinov as Chairman of the kolkhoz.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, When the Storks Fly Away 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 When the Storks Fly Away page.

If you liked it. Fans of When the Storks Fly Away tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.