Defying Everybody (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1973, Defying Everybody is a drama, war and history film directed by Yuri Ilyenko, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The movie takes us through the trials and tribulations of Petar I Petrovic, the man who united Montenegro in the 18th century and led them in the Battle of Krusi against a huge Turkish army to return victorious and pave the first path towards economic development.
Who’s in it. Defying Everybody stars Vladimir Popović as Vladika Petar I, Ivan Mykolaichuk as Joko, Larisa Kadochnikova as Bojana and Boris Khmelnitsky as Nikanor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Defying Everybody has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Defying Everybody page.
If you liked it. Fans of Defying Everybody tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Defying Everybody (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Defying Everybody change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Defying Everybody worth watching?
- Defying Everybody holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Defying Everybody?
- Defying Everybody stars Vladimir Popović, Ivan Mykolaichuk, Larisa Kadochnikova, Boris Khmelnitsky and Boro Begović.
- When was Defying Everybody released?
- Defying Everybody was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.