Ward No. 6 movie poster

Ward No. 6

June 6, 2009 1h 23m 4.7/10 (20 votes)

Originally released in 2009. Ward No. 6 is a drama film. directed by Karen Shakhnazarov. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Vladimir Ilin, Aleksey Vertkov, and Aleksandr Pankratov-Chyornyy

Synopsis

Simultaneously nihilistic and heartening, Ward No. 6 is based on a story by Chekov, in which a psychiatric doctor becomes a patient in his own asylum. Updated to contemporary Russia, the film is a cocktail of anxieties and riddles, showcasing how easy it is to become what we fear most.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 6, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 23m 83 minutes total
User Rating 4.7/10 Mixed (20 votes)
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Russia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Production Companies

  • Mosfilm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ward No. 6 about?

Simultaneously nihilistic and heartening, Ward No. 6 is based on a story by Chekov, in which a psychiatric doctor becomes a patient in his own asylum. Updated to contemporary Russia, the film is a ...

Who directed Ward No. 6?

Ward No. 6 was directed by Karen Shakhnazarov.

How long is Ward No. 6?

Ward No. 6 has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).

When was Ward No. 6 released?

Ward No. 6 was released on June 6, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Ward No. 6?

The main cast of Ward No. 6 includes Vladimir Ilin, Aleksey Vertkov, Aleksandr Pankratov-Chyornyy, Evgeniy Stychkin, Aleksei Zharkov.