The Lower Depths (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1972, The Lower Depths is a drama film directed by Leonid Pchyolkin, running about 172 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of impoverished Russians living in a shelter near the Volga.
Who’s in it. The Lower Depths stars Evgeniy Evstigneev as Satin, Igor Kvasha as Luka, Andrey Myagkov as Baron and Valentin Nikulin as Actor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Lower Depths sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lower Depths page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lower Depths tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lower Depths (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lower Depths change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lower Depths worth watching?
- The Lower Depths holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lower Depths?
- The Lower Depths stars Evgeniy Evstigneev, Igor Kvasha, Andrey Myagkov, Valentin Nikulin and Valeri Khlevinsky.
- When was The Lower Depths released?
- The Lower Depths was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 172 minutes.