The Return to A (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2011, The Return to A is a drama and war film directed by Egor Konchalovsky, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. This movie is about the life of Marat Ayumov, a former soldier from Kazakhstan who fought in Afghaninstan. The past and present are interwoven in the memories of the protagonist. Throughout the film, in fragmented flashbacks, the hero recollects the time when he, as a soldier, fought in the armed conflict in the mountainous country as he travels to Afghanistan to accompany a young and creative TV crew making a documentary called “Following Alexander the Great”.
Who’s in it. The Return to A stars Seydulla Moldakhanov, Karlygash Mukhamedzhanova, Berik Aitzhanov and Natalya Arinbasarova, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Return to A 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 The Return to A page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Return to A tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Return to A (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Return to A change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Return to A worth watching?
- The Return to A holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Return to A?
- The Return to A stars Seydulla Moldakhanov, Karlygash Mukhamedzhanova, Berik Aitzhanov, Natalya Arinbasarova and Gulnara Dusmatova.
- When was The Return to A released?
- The Return to A was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.