Viy (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1996, Viy is a fantasy, horror, animation and tv movie film directed by Leonid Zarubin, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. Three friends lived in a Ukrainian village. They were not rich, so they were happy to take up the proposed small job. They had to go to another village at a dark night. On the way, they saw a small farmhouse and a cottage, where they decided to spend the night. Thus very strange mystical events began.
Who’s in it. Viy stars Bohdan Beniuk as (voice), Ivan Kadubets as (voice), Vasyl Mazur as (voice) and Vasily Mazur as (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Viy 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 Viy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Viy tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Viy (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Viy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Viy worth watching?
- Viy holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, horror, animation and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Viy?
- Viy stars Bohdan Beniuk, Ivan Kadubets, Vasyl Mazur, Vasily Mazur and Yevgeniy Shakh.
- When was Viy released?
- Viy was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.