Peter the First, Part I
Originally released in 1937. Peter the First, Part I is a drama/war film. directed by Vladimir Petrov. With a runtime of 2h 25m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Nikolai Simonov, Mikhail Zharov, and Nikolai Cherkasov
Synopsis
This, the first Soviet depiction of Peter the Great, set the stage for what would become the post-Revolutionary line concerning the early Romanovs. Rulers like Ivan the Terrible and Peter the Great were widely admired for their dedication to Russia and their absolute determination to enhance her position in the world. But praise for the hated later Romanovs conflicted too heavily with the very beliefs that had brought about the Revolution in 1917.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 30, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
2h 25m
145 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Nikolai Simonov
as Tsar Pyotr I
Mikhail Zharov
as Alexander Danilovich Menshikov
Nikolai Cherkasov
as Prince Alexei
Mikhail Tarkhanov
as Field Marshal Sheremetyev
Viktor Dobrovolsky
as Yaguzhinsky, an officer / Fedka, a debtor
Alla Tarasova
as Catherine, a peasant girl
Konstantin Gibshman
as Buinosov, the boyar
Nikolai Orlov
as Yemov
Fyodor Bogdanov
as Foundry Owner
Vladimir Garin
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Lenfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter the First, Part I about?
This, the first Soviet depiction of Peter the Great, set the stage for what would become the post-Revolutionary line concerning the early Romanovs. Rulers like Ivan the Terrible and Peter the Great...
Who directed Peter the First, Part I?
Peter the First, Part I was directed by Vladimir Petrov.
How long is Peter the First, Part I?
Peter the First, Part I has a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes (145 minutes total).
When was Peter the First, Part I released?
Peter the First, Part I was released on August 30, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Peter the First, Part I?
The main cast of Peter the First, Part I includes Nikolai Simonov, Mikhail Zharov, Nikolai Cherkasov, Mikhail Tarkhanov, Viktor Dobrovolsky.