Drama on the Volga (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1913, Drama on the Volga is a drama and romance film directed by Nikolai Larin, running about 43 minutes.
What it’s about. The heroine loves her father's young steward. The appearance of her father, attempting to match her with a rich old man, makes her hide her lover under the featherbed, where he suffocates; An unwitting, almost anecdotal murder-- understandable familial insubordination turned deadly. Having found the corpse, mother and daughter in fear call the janitor, who hides the body in a barrel and throws it into the Volga river. The 'kindly' janitor, however, begins to blackmail the troubled women.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Drama on the Volga has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Drama on the Volga page.
If you liked it. Fans of Drama on the Volga tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Drama on the Volga (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Drama on the Volga change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Drama on the Volga worth watching?
- Drama on the Volga holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Drama on the Volga released?
- Drama on the Volga was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 43 minutes.