Andreyka (1958): cast, story & where to watch

1958 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 1958, Andreyka is a family and history film directed by Nikolai Lebedev, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. The July days of 1917 in Petrograd. Hundreds of demonstrators took to the streets, including the elderly and children. They are marching with red banners, singing songs. And suddenly, machine gun fire is heard from the attic. The dead and wounded fall to the pavement. And immediately detachments of mounted Cossacks poured out of the alleys... Andreika, the son of a St. Petersburg worker, miraculously survived this altercation. But little Elena's mother was killed. That's how Andreika got a little sister. The Provisional Government issues a decree on Lenin's arrest. There are spies all over Petrograd. One of them, Ensign Kolokov, disguised as Uncle Vitya's janitor, settled not far from Andreika's house.

Who’s in it. Andreyka stars Nikolai Timofeyev, Liliya Gritsenko, Aleksandr Larikov and Kirill Lavrov, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Andreyka 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 Andreyka page.

If you liked it. Fans of Andreyka tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Andreyka (1958)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Andreyka change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Andreyka worth watching?
Andreyka holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Andreyka?
Andreyka stars Nikolai Timofeyev, Liliya Gritsenko, Aleksandr Larikov, Kirill Lavrov and Viktor Chekmaryov.
When was Andreyka released?
Andreyka was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.