Maia Tskneteli (1959): cast, story & where to watch

1959 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1959, Maia Tskneteli is a romance, music and history film directed by Rezo Chkheidze, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. A young girl named Maia disguises herself as a boy in order to fight against the enemies of her country.

Who’s in it. Maia Tskneteli stars Leila Abashidze as Maia / Mate, Grigol Tkabladze as King Erekle II, Gocha Abashidze as Manuchara and Akaki Kvantaliani as Berika, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Maia Tskneteli 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 Maia Tskneteli page.

If you liked it. Fans of Maia Tskneteli tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Maia Tskneteli (1959)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maia Tskneteli change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Maia Tskneteli worth watching?
Maia Tskneteli holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance, music and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Maia Tskneteli?
Maia Tskneteli stars Leila Abashidze, Grigol Tkabladze, Gocha Abashidze, Akaki Kvantaliani and Vakhtang Ninua.
When was Maia Tskneteli released?
Maia Tskneteli was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.