Boris Godunov
Originally released in 1986. Boris Godunov is a history/drama film. directed by Sergey Bondarchuk. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Sergey Bondarchuk, Alyona Bondarchuk, and Georgi Burkov
Synopsis
Praised for its fine photography and production design if not its narrative, Sergei Bondarchuk directed this adaptation of the tale by Alexander Pushkin. Boris Godunov came to the Czarist throne at the end of the 16th century, after the original heir to Ivan the Terrible had died. At first, things went well for Godunov (played by Bondarchuk), but when the Russian people began to believe he had killed Ivan the Terrible's son in order to gain the throne, an alliance sprang up against the new Czar. Events continued to spin out of control as a young monk was presented as the son Godunov had supposedly killed. Now he was openly accused of failing an assassination attempt, which seems to be even worse than succeeding. In addition to these woes, Boris Godunov began to suffer serious health problems. So much for the joys of kingship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (17 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sergey Bondarchuk
as Boris Godunov
Alyona Bondarchuk
as Tsarevna Kseniya
Georgi Burkov
as Varlaam
Irina Skobtseva
as Khozyaika Korchmi
Valeriy Storozhik
as Kurbski
Boris Khimichev
as Mosalski
Yuriy Sherstnyov
as Karela
Vladimir Ferapontov
as Khrushchov
Ivan Lapikov
as Starik
Anatoliy Romashin
as Vasili Shuisky
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Mosfilm
- Allianz Filmproduktion
- Zepoli Filmove
- Filmové studio Barrandov
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boris Godunov about?
Praised for its fine photography and production design if not its narrative, Sergei Bondarchuk directed this adaptation of the tale by Alexander Pushkin. Boris Godunov came to the Czarist throne at...
Who directed Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov was directed by Sergey Bondarchuk.
How long is Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was Boris Godunov released?
Boris Godunov was released on May 1, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Boris Godunov?
The main cast of Boris Godunov includes Sergey Bondarchuk, Alyona Bondarchuk, Georgi Burkov, Irina Skobtseva, Valeriy Storozhik.