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The Lost Mercenary

January 22, 2026 0h 58m

Released in January 2026. The Lost Mercenary is a documentary film. directed by Martin Joss. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Andrej Medvedev is the first Wagner Group mercenary who fought for Russia in Ukraine and fled to the West. He now lives in Oslo, is applying for political asylum, and says he wants to “find peace”. But he himself stands in the way of his integration in Norway, because despite his escape from Putin’s realm, Andrej remains a staunch Russian patriot. He has renounced Wagner and the war, but whether he will ever be able to leave his inner Russia behind is completely uncertain.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 22, 2026 Just released
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Runtime 0h 58m 58 minutes total
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Switzerland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Production Companies

  • C-Films
  • SRF

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Lost Mercenary about?

Andrej Medvedev is the first Wagner Group mercenary who fought for Russia in Ukraine and fled to the West. He now lives in Oslo, is applying for political asylum, and says he wants to “find peace...

Who directed The Lost Mercenary?

The Lost Mercenary was directed by Martin Joss.

How long is The Lost Mercenary?

The Lost Mercenary has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).

When was The Lost Mercenary released?

The Lost Mercenary was released on January 22, 2026 in theaters.