The Suicide (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1990, The Suicide is a comedy film directed by Valery Pendrakovsky, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. As Soviet Russia enters the era of the New Economic Policy, Semyon Podsekalnikov decides to stop looking for a job. However, the prospect of living at the expense of his wife and mother-in-law seems unbearable. Having reached the end of his tether, Semyon is resolved to take his own life. Based on Nikolai Erdman's controversial play.
Who’s in it. The Suicide stars Sergey Shakurov, Leonid Kuravlyov, Aleksandr Trofimov and Vyacheslav Nevinnyy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Suicide 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 Suicide page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Suicide tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Suicide (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Suicide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Suicide worth watching?
- The Suicide holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Suicide?
- The Suicide stars Sergey Shakurov, Leonid Kuravlyov, Aleksandr Trofimov, Vyacheslav Nevinnyy and Vladimir Menshov.
- When was The Suicide released?
- The Suicide was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.