Two Lives (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1961, Two Lives is a drama and romance film directed by Leonid Lukov, running about 196 minutes.
What it’s about. In the center of the film - two lives, two destinies. A simple, illiterate soldier Vostrikov of the Tsar's Army during the years of Soviet power grew into a devoted fighter of the revolution, he became a general of the Soviet Army, respected by all. A guards officer, a brilliant prince Naschyokin, who fought against Soviet power, emigrated from his native country and eventually became a lackey in a port restaurant.
Who’s in it. Two Lives stars Nikolai Rybnikov as Semyon Vostrikov, Vyacheslav Tikhonov as Sergey Naschyokin, Ella Nechayeva as Nyusha and Lev Polyakov as Nikolay Ignatyev, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Two Lives 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 Two Lives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Two Lives tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Two Lives (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Two Lives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Two Lives worth watching?
- Two Lives holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Two Lives?
- Two Lives stars Nikolai Rybnikov, Vyacheslav Tikhonov, Ella Nechayeva, Lev Polyakov and Stanislav Chekan.
- When was Two Lives released?
- Two Lives was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 196 minutes.