A Good Lad (1943): cast, story & where to watch

1943 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 1943, A Good Lad is a comedy, war and music film directed by Boris Barnet, running about 67 minutes.

What it’s about. A group of Russian partisans hiding within a remote forest attempt to destroy a nearby German airfield, all the while assisting a downed French pilot who happens to fall madly in love with a local girl.

Who’s in it. A Good Lad stars Olga Yakunina as Evdokia, Ekaterina Sipavina as Katia, Viktor Dobrovolsky as Claude and Nikolai Bogolyubov as Doronin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, A Good Lad has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Good Lad page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Good Lad tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Good Lad (1943)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Good Lad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Good Lad worth watching?
A Good Lad holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, war and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Good Lad?
A Good Lad stars Olga Yakunina, Ekaterina Sipavina, Viktor Dobrovolsky, Nikolai Bogolyubov and Evgeny Grigoriev.
When was A Good Lad released?
A Good Lad was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.