The Seagull (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1972, The Seagull is a drama and romance film directed by Yuli Karasik, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the play of the same name by Anton Chekhov. About the searches and doubts of the Russian intelligentsia at the end of the 19th century. Events unfold on the estate of Pyotr Sorin, which brought together representatives of secular society - actress Irina Arkadina, the host's sister and her lover, the famous writer Trigorin. Sorin’s nephew, Konstantin Treplev, in love with a neighbor girl Nina Zarechnaya, who dreams of becoming an actress, writes for her a play that she plays in the scenery of Sorin’s garden.
Who’s in it. The Seagull stars Alla Demidova as Arkadina, Vladimir Chetverikov as Treplev, Nikolai Plotnikov as Sorin and Ludmila Savelyeva as Zarechnaya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, The Seagull has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Seagull page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Seagull tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Seagull (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Seagull change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Seagull worth watching?
- The Seagull holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Seagull?
- The Seagull stars Alla Demidova, Vladimir Chetverikov, Nikolai Plotnikov, Ludmila Savelyeva and Armen Dzhigarkhanyan.
- When was The Seagull released?
- The Seagull was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.