The Sixth (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film · ★ 6.9

The Sixth poster

Released in 1981, The Sixth is an action and drama film directed by Samvel Gasparov.

What it’s about. The Civil War in Russia has just finished. The sixth chief of militia came to a small town in the south. Five Glodov’s predecessors had been killed by a gang of elusive Vakhromeyev. Now Glodov and his crew are going to have a mortal combat with the smart gangsters…

Who’s in it. The Sixth stars Sergey Nikonenko as Glodov, Mikhail Kozakov as Danilevsky, Vladimir Grammatikov as Pavlik and Mikhail Pugovkin as Mironych, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Sixth 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 Sixth page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Sixth 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 The Sixth (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sixth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Sixth worth watching?
The Sixth holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Sixth?
The Sixth stars Sergey Nikonenko, Mikhail Kozakov, Vladimir Grammatikov, Mikhail Pugovkin and Larisa Belogurova.
When was The Sixth released?
The Sixth was released in 1981.