When the North Wind Blows (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1974, When the North Wind Blows is an adventure film directed by Stewart Raffill, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Avakum (Henry Brandon) is an old trapper who is having a harder and harder time getting by because of the dwindling wildlife in the region. One day he is on a tiger hunt when a big cat attacks his friend's son. Ava tries to shoot the tiger but accidentally kills the boy instead. Thinking he's accused of murder, he flees civilization, and eventually adapts to life among these same tigers. Boris (Herbert Nelson) , knows that his son's death was an accident, and tries to find Avakum and tell him he's innocent and should came back to the village. In the year that follows, Ava survives the harsh Siberian winter and finds himself at home beyond civilized life, to the point where when Boris finally does find him, it is a very touching goodbye, since the two old friends have drifted apart and have to remain in their separate worlds
Who’s in it. When the North Wind Blows stars Henry Brandon as Avakum, Fernando Celis as Vladimir, Fernando Celis as Vladimir and Dan Haggerty as Tsezar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, When the North Wind Blows has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When the North Wind Blows page.
If you liked it. Fans of When the North Wind Blows tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When the North Wind Blows (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for When the North Wind Blows change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is When the North Wind Blows worth watching?
- When the North Wind Blows holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in When the North Wind Blows?
- When the North Wind Blows stars Henry Brandon, Fernando Celis, Fernando Celis, Dan Haggerty and Rex Holman.
- When was When the North Wind Blows released?
- When the North Wind Blows was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.