The Journalist (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1967, The Journalist is a drama and romance film directed by Sergei Gerasimov, running about 226 minutes.

What it’s about. A successful young journalist goes to a small industrial city in order to understand the written complaints of a certain girl. When he met the author of the letters and the girl whom she had slandered, he didn't immediately understand the complexity of the situation and the measure of responsibility to those whom he was obliged to protect...

Who’s in it. The Journalist stars Galina Polskikh as Shura Okayomova, Yuri Vasilyev as Yuri Alyabyev, Nadezhda Fedosova as Varvara Anikina and Sergey Nikonenko as Aleksandr Reutov, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Journalist 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 The Journalist page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Journalist tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Journalist (1967)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Journalist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Journalist worth watching?
The Journalist holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Journalist?
The Journalist stars Galina Polskikh, Yuri Vasilyev, Nadezhda Fedosova, Sergey Nikonenko and Tamara Makarova.
When was The Journalist released?
The Journalist was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 226 minutes.