The Inspector-General (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1952, The Inspector-General is a comedy film directed by Vladimir Petrov, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. Khlestakov is a young flamboyant crook, who is broke. He finds himself in a small Russian town, where local authorities are waiting for an undercover inspector from the capital St. Petersburg. Khlestakov is mistaken for an undercover inspector, and uses the situation for taking bribes from the local governor and flirting with both his wife and daughter. Khlestakov abuses the corruption and hypocrisy of the local authorities until, at the end, the real inspector shows up...
Who’s in it. The Inspector-General stars Igor Gorbachyov, Anastasiya Georgiyevskaya as Mme. Anna Andreyevna Skvoznik-Dmukhanoskaya, Tamara Nosova and Alexander Polinsky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Inspector-General has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Inspector-General page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Inspector-General tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Inspector-General (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Inspector-General change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Inspector-General worth watching?
- The Inspector-General holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Inspector-General?
- The Inspector-General stars Igor Gorbachyov, Anastasiya Georgiyevskaya, Tamara Nosova, Alexander Polinsky and Yuriy Tolubeev.