One Thousand and One Nights movie poster

One Thousand and One Nights

December 20, 1981 1h 25m

Originally released in 1981. One Thousand and One Nights is a music/tv movie film. directed by Elena Macheret. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tamila Shiralieva, Rafael Grigoryan, and Lyudmila Dragovtseva

Synopsis

One day, returning from hunting to the palace, King Shakhriyar witnessed an unbridled orgy of courtiers, in the center of which was his beloved wife Nurida, who accepted the caresses of an insignificant slave. The deceived husband, the humiliated ruler, in front of the court, numb with horror, deals with his wife and comes to a terrible decision – to execute one young woman in the country every morning. Soon it is the turn of the vizier's daughter, the wise Scheherazade... Staged by the Academic Opera and Ballet Theater of Azerbaijan in 1981.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 20, 1981 44 years ago
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Runtime 1h 25m 85 minutes total
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Soviet Union Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Production Companies

  • Central Television USSR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is One Thousand and One Nights about?

One day, returning from hunting to the palace, King Shakhriyar witnessed an unbridled orgy of courtiers, in the center of which was his beloved wife Nurida, who accepted the caresses of an insignif...

Who directed One Thousand and One Nights?

One Thousand and One Nights was directed by Elena Macheret.

How long is One Thousand and One Nights?

One Thousand and One Nights has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).

When was One Thousand and One Nights released?

One Thousand and One Nights was released on December 20, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in One Thousand and One Nights?

The main cast of One Thousand and One Nights includes Tamila Shiralieva, Rafael Grigoryan, Lyudmila Dragovtseva, L. Letyagina.