The Lenin Factor (2019): cast, story & where to watch

2019 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 2019, The Lenin Factor is a drama and history film directed by Vladimir Khotinenko, running about 113 minutes.

What it’s about. Having dedicated his life to the preparation of the revolution in the Russian Empire, Vladimir Lenin, living in exile in Switzerland, desperately seeks a way back to Russia to take control. Options are few when Lenin receives an offer from Alexander Parvus, the most infamous of political opportunists, who has made a deal with Germany to sponsor the revolution under Lenin’s command and smuggle Lenin and his comrades into Russia. Aware that making a deal with 2 devils could cost him everything, Lenin knows he must outsmart and outmaneuver Parvus and the Germans at any cost...

Who’s in it. The Lenin Factor stars Evgeny Mironov as Vladimir Ulyanov, Fyodor Bondarchuk as Alexandr Parvus, Darya Ekamasova as Nadezhda Krupskaya and Maksim Matveev as Alexei Mezentsev, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Lenin Factor 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 The Lenin Factor page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Lenin Factor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Lenin Factor (2019)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lenin Factor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Lenin Factor worth watching?
The Lenin Factor holds an audience score of 5.7 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 The Lenin Factor?
The Lenin Factor stars Evgeny Mironov, Fyodor Bondarchuk, Darya Ekamasova, Maksim Matveev and Aleksandr Baluev.
When was The Lenin Factor released?
The Lenin Factor was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.