Finest, the Brave Falcon (1975): cast, story & where to watch

1975 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1975, Finest, the Brave Falcon is a fantasy and family film directed by Gennadi Vasilyev, running about 79 minutes.

What it’s about. This fairy tale film is dedicated to the memory of the great film director Alexander Row, the founder of the genre. Once upon a time there lived a brave and kind hero named Finist the Bright Falcon. He was famous for his strength, courage and a heart of gold. But one day the Russian land was attacked by an evil enemy, Kartaus, who turned our hero into a forest monster. This spell was cast on a condition that Finist might become a man again, should a beautiful girl, Alyonushka, fall in love with him while he was a beast.

Who’s in it. Finest, the Brave Falcon stars Vyacheslav Voskresensky as Finist, Svetlana Orlova as Alyonushka, Mikhail Kononov as Yashka and Mikhail Pugovkin as Voyevoda, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Finest, the Brave Falcon 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 Finest, the Brave Falcon page.

If you liked it. Fans of Finest, the Brave Falcon tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Finest, the Brave Falcon (1975)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Finest, the Brave Falcon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Finest, the Brave Falcon worth watching?
Finest, the Brave Falcon holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Finest, the Brave Falcon?
Finest, the Brave Falcon stars Vyacheslav Voskresensky, Svetlana Orlova, Mikhail Kononov, Mikhail Pugovkin and Aleksei Smirnov.
When was Finest, the Brave Falcon released?
Finest, the Brave Falcon was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.