Pugachev (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1979, Pugachev is a drama and history film directed by Alexey Saltykov, running about 147 minutes.
What it’s about. Don Cossack Emelyan Pugachev says goodbye to his wife and children and goes to run. The elder Filaret blesses him to lead a rebellion under the name of Peter III of Russia. The insurgents dealt with the feudal lords cruelly. Queen Catherine the Great directs troops against the rioters. Traitors betray Emelyan, and now he is being transported across Russia in an iron cage.
Who’s in it. Pugachev stars Yevgeni Matveyev, Vija Artmane, Tamara Syomina and Olga Prokhorova, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Pugachev 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 Pugachev page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pugachev tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pugachev (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pugachev change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pugachev worth watching?
- Pugachev holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pugachev?
- Pugachev stars Yevgeni Matveyev, Vija Artmane, Tamara Syomina, Olga Prokhorova and Pyotr Glebov.
- When was Pugachev released?
- Pugachev was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 147 minutes.