The Cossack Whip (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1916, The Cossack Whip is a drama film directed by John H. Collins, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Feodor Turov, chief of the Russian Czar's secret police, orders his Cossacks to attack a village he believes to be infested with rebels. The Cossacks attack the village and massacre almost everyone, and the young Katerina is whipped to death. Before escaping to England, her sister Darya swears to avenge her sister's death. Years later--now one of the world's most famous prima ballerinas--she returns to Russia. Turov falls in love with her and manages to secure a meeting. She coyly asks him to take her to see a prison first. As it turns out, what he has planned for her is nothing compared to what she has planned for him.
Who’s in it. The Cossack Whip stars Viola Dana as Darya Orlinsky, Grace Williams as Katerina Orlinsky, Grace Williams and Robert Walker as Alexis (as Bob Walker), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Cossack Whip 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 Cossack Whip page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cossack Whip tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cossack Whip (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cossack Whip change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cossack Whip worth watching?
- The Cossack Whip 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 Cossack Whip?
- The Cossack Whip stars Viola Dana, Grace Williams, Grace Williams, Robert Walker and Frank Farrington.
- When was The Cossack Whip released?
- The Cossack Whip was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.