The Red and the Black (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 8.7
Released in 1976, The Red and the Black is a drama film directed by Sergei Gerasimov, running about 330 minutes.
What it’s about. Historical psychological drama which chronicles the attempts of a provincial young man to rise socially beyond his modest upbringing through a combination of talent, hard work, deception, and hypocrisy - who ultimately allows his passions to betray him.
Who’s in it. The Red and the Black stars Nikolay Eryomenko as Julien Sorel, Natalya Bondarchuk as Mme de Rênal, Leonid Markov as Monsieur de Rênal and Gleb Strizhenov as Marquis de la Mole, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.7/10, The Red and the Black 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 Red and the Black page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red and the Black tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red and the Black (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red and the Black change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red and the Black worth watching?
- The Red and the Black holds an audience score of 8.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Red and the Black?
- The Red and the Black stars Nikolay Eryomenko, Natalya Bondarchuk, Leonid Markov, Gleb Strizhenov and Mikhail Gluzskiy.
- When was The Red and the Black released?
- The Red and the Black was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 330 minutes.