A Cruel Romance (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1984, A Cruel Romance is a drama and romance film directed by Eldar Ryazanov, running about 142 minutes.
What it’s about. In the town of Bryakhimov, noble but poor widow Harita Ignatyevna Ogudalova seeks to arrange marriages for her three daughters. She maintains an “open house”, hoping to attract gentlemen well-off enough to marry a dowry-less girl for love.
Who’s in it. A Cruel Romance stars Alisa Freyndlikh as Ogudalova, Larisa Guzeeva as Larisa, Nikita Mikhalkov as Paratov and Andrey Myagkov as Karandyshev, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, A Cruel Romance has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Cruel Romance page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Cruel Romance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Cruel Romance (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Cruel Romance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Cruel Romance worth watching?
- A Cruel Romance holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Cruel Romance?
- A Cruel Romance stars Alisa Freyndlikh, Larisa Guzeeva, Nikita Mikhalkov, Andrey Myagkov and Aleksey Petrenko.
- When was A Cruel Romance released?
- A Cruel Romance was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 142 minutes.