Boris Godounov(1989)
Boris Godounov Synopsis
A possible impostor torments a newly crowned medieval czar who may have ordered the real successor's death.
Boris Godounov (1989) is a music, drama and history film directed by Andrzej Żuławski, released on December 20, 1989 with a runtime of 1h 55m. It stars Ruggero Raimondi, Kenneth Riegel, Pavel Slabý and Wyatscheslaw Polozov. Viewers rate it 7.6 out of 10 across 15 ratings.
- Director:
- Andrzej Żuławski
- Writers:
- Andrzej Żuławski
- Producers:
- Claude Abeille
- Cinematographer:
- Andrzej J. Jaroszewicz
- Production:
- Erato Films, Compañía Iberoamericana de TV, Avala Film, Blue Dahlia Productions, La Sept Cinéma, Société Générale de Gestion Cinématographique (SGGC), Gemka Productions, Ibero Americanal Avala
- Status:
- Released
Boris Godounov Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ruggero Raimondi
as Boris Godounov
Kenneth Riegel
as Le prince Chouisky
Pavel Slabý
as Le moine Grigori (le faux Dimitri) / L'innocent
Wyatscheslaw Polozov
as Grigory (voice)
Bernard Lefort
as Pimène
Paul Plishka
as Pimène (voice)
Delphine Forest
as Marina Mnichek
Galina Vishnevskaya
as Marina Mnichek / L'aubergiste (voice)
Anne-Marie Pisani
as L'aubergiste
- Nikita Storojew
Nikita Storojew
as Rangoni (voice)
- Romuald Tesarowicz
Romuald Tesarowicz
as Varlaam
Nicolai Gedda
as L'innocent (voice)
Key crew
Directed by Andrzej Żuławski, written by Andrzej Żuławski, produced by Claude Abeille.
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Boris Godounov Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.6/10 from 15 ratings.
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Boris Godounov – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Boris Godounov online?
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Boris Godounov (1989) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, Canal VOD, Sooner, Amazon Video, VIVA by videofutur and Premiere Max. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Boris Godounov?
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The main cast of Boris Godounov (1989) includes Ruggero Raimondi, Kenneth Riegel, Pavel Slabý, Wyatscheslaw Polozov and Bernard Lefort. The film was directed by Andrzej Żuławski. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Boris Godounov released?
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Boris Godounov was released on December 20, 1989 and runs for 1h 55m.
Is Boris Godounov worth watching?
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Boris Godounov (1989) holds an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 from 15 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy music, drama and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.