Yaroslav the Wise (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1982, Yaroslav the Wise is an action, drama and history film directed by Grigori Kokhan, running about 156 minutes.
What it’s about. In the XIth century Kyivan Rus' (Ukraine-Rus') reached its zenith under the reign of Yaroslav. He established enduring ties with many of the ruling European dynasties, strengthened the borders of Rus' and tried to free it from the influence of the Byzantine Empire. Since 988 the church of Rus' had been autonomous, apart from the right of Constantinople to appoint the Metropolitan.
Who’s in it. Yaroslav the Wise stars Yuriy Muravytskyi, Pyotr Velyaminov, Lyudmyla Smorodina and Konstantin Stepankov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Yaroslav the Wise has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yaroslav the Wise page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yaroslav the Wise tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yaroslav the Wise (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yaroslav the Wise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yaroslav the Wise worth watching?
- Yaroslav the Wise holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yaroslav the Wise?
- Yaroslav the Wise stars Yuriy Muravytskyi, Pyotr Velyaminov, Lyudmyla Smorodina, Konstantin Stepankov and Leonid Filatov.