The Best Movie (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 2008, The Best Movie is a comedy film directed by Kirill Kuzin, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Vadik Volnov (Garik Kharlamov) dies on his own wedding of cannabis overdose and has to prove to God that he is worthy to enter Heaven. During his conversation with God's secretary, Vadik recalls numerous memorable moments of his earthly existence, such as getting drunk on cognac on his 8th birthday, service in the Soviet Army in Afghanistan, bandit showdowns in crime-ridden 1990s Russia, and, finally, meeting the love of his life.
Who’s in it. The Best Movie stars Garik Kharlamov as Vadik, Mikhail Galustyan as Polkilo, Vladimir Turchinsky as Guntrader and Armen Dzhigarkhanyan as секретарь Бога, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, The Best Movie has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Best Movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Best Movie tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Best Movie (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Best Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Best Movie worth watching?
- The Best Movie holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Best Movie?
- The Best Movie stars Garik Kharlamov, Mikhail Galustyan, Vladimir Turchinsky, Armen Dzhigarkhanyan and Pavel Volya.
- When was The Best Movie released?
- The Best Movie was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.