Tycoon (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 2002, Tycoon is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Pavel Lungin, running about 128 minutes.

What it’s about. During the Gorbachev years, Platon Makovski and his four buddies are university students who jump on the private capitalism movement. Fast-forward 20 years, Platon finds himself the richest man in Russia, having sacrificed his friends to get to the top. But with this cynical rise, comes a brutal fall.

Who’s in it. Tycoon stars Vladimir Mashkov as Platon Makovskiy, Mariya Mironova as Mariya, Andrey Krasko as Shmakov and Aleksandr Baluev as Koretskiy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Tycoon 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 Tycoon page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tycoon 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 Tycoon (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tycoon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tycoon worth watching?
Tycoon holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Tycoon?
Tycoon stars Vladimir Mashkov, Mariya Mironova, Andrey Krasko, Aleksandr Baluev and Vladimir Steklov.
When was Tycoon released?
Tycoon was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.