Terror in Moscow (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 2003, Terror in Moscow is a documentary film directed by Dan Reed, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. In October 2002, 41 Chechen terrorists took more than 700 people hostage in a Moscow theater, demanding an end to Russia's war against their homeland. This gut-wrenching documentary takes you through the endless hours of waiting, a seemingly miraculous rescue operation, and the ultimate tragedy, that could have been avoided had adequate medical personnel been on the scene after the stalemate ended.
Who’s in it. Terror in Moscow stars Ian McShane as Narrator, Movsar Barayev as Chechen rebel leader, Lena Baranovskaya as Herself/Hostage and Irina Fadayeva as Herself/Hostage, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Terror in Moscow has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Terror in Moscow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Terror in Moscow tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Terror in Moscow (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Terror in Moscow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Terror in Moscow worth watching?
- Terror in Moscow holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Terror in Moscow?
- Terror in Moscow stars Ian McShane, Movsar Barayev, Lena Baranovskaya, Irina Fadayeva and Irina Kuminova.
- When was Terror in Moscow released?
- Terror in Moscow was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.
