The Blue Notebook (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1963, The Blue Notebook is a drama film directed by Lev Kulidzhanov, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. In the summer of 1917, Vladimir Lenin leaves Petrograd and shelters in Razliv with fellow revolutionary Grigory Zinoviev. In the weeks that follow, Lenin writes his famous "Blue Notebook" advocating proletarian revolution.
Who’s in it. The Blue Notebook stars Mikhail Kuznetsov as Vladimir Lenin, Mark Nikelberg, Aleksandr Paleev and Vasiliy Livanov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Blue Notebook 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 Blue Notebook page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blue Notebook tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blue Notebook (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue Notebook change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blue Notebook worth watching?
- The Blue Notebook holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Blue Notebook?
- The Blue Notebook stars Mikhail Kuznetsov, Mark Nikelberg, Aleksandr Paleev, Vasiliy Livanov and Ivan Ryzhov.
- When was The Blue Notebook released?
- The Blue Notebook was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.