Via Gobi and Khingan (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1981, Via Gobi and Khingan is a drama and history film directed by Vasili Ordynsky, running about 167 minutes.
What it’s about. About the events of the final stage of the Second World War — the defeat by Soviet and Mongolian troops of the selected Kwantung army. Bacteriological weapons were created in the laboratory of Japanese General Ishii Shiro. Experiments were conducted on prisoners of war and political prisoners. Epidemiologist Dmitry Sokolov was assigned to solve the mystery of this laboratory. At the cost of his own life, he completed the task. The march of Soviet and Mongolian formations through the Gobi sands and the Khingan spurs was not only a brilliant military operation, but also a warning of the use of bacteriological weapons by Japan.
Who’s in it. Via Gobi and Khingan stars Aleksandr Ovchinnikov, Aleksandr Ovchinnikov, Lyudmila Petrova and Vladimir Ivashov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Via Gobi and Khingan 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 Via Gobi and Khingan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Via Gobi and Khingan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
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- Where can I watch Via Gobi and Khingan (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Via Gobi and Khingan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Via Gobi and Khingan worth watching?
- Via Gobi and Khingan holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Via Gobi and Khingan?
- Via Gobi and Khingan stars Aleksandr Ovchinnikov, Aleksandr Ovchinnikov, Lyudmila Petrova, Vladimir Ivashov and Bolot Beyshenaliev.
- When was Via Gobi and Khingan released?
- Via Gobi and Khingan was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 167 minutes.