Neva Melodies (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1959, Neva Melodies is a music film directed by Iosif Shapiro, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. A young designer Alyosha (Alexey Kozhevnikov) decided to write a musical review. He had already decided that the characters in this review would look like his friends Vasya and Masha, but what kind of plot should he come up with? And, reflecting on this, the author wanders through the streets of Leningrad. Vasya and Masha recently got married, and from the outside it seems that they have cloudless happiness. Meanwhile, a conflict is brewing in the newlyweds' family.
Who’s in it. Neva Melodies stars Aleksey Kozhevnikov, Boris Matyushkin, Grenada Mnatsakanova and Pyotr Merkuryev, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Neva Melodies 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 Neva Melodies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Neva Melodies tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Neva Melodies (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Neva Melodies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Neva Melodies worth watching?
- Neva Melodies holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Neva Melodies?
- Neva Melodies stars Aleksey Kozhevnikov, Boris Matyushkin, Grenada Mnatsakanova, Pyotr Merkuryev and Sergei Filippov.
- When was Neva Melodies released?
- Neva Melodies was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.
