Andrei Rublev (1966)
Kernel Score: 89% · 925 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 1966-12-16
Runtime: 183 minutes
Where to watch Andrei Rublev
- Stream: Darkroom
- Rent: Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Apple TV, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An expansive Russian drama, this film focuses on the life of revered religious icon painter Andrei Rublev. Drifting from place to place in a tumultuous era, the peace-seeking monk eventually gains a reputation for his art. But after Rublev witnesses a brutal battle and unintentionally becomes involved, he takes a vow of silence and spends time away from his work. As he begins to ease his troubled soul, he takes steps towards becoming a painter once again.
Andrei Rublev parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Andrei Rublev is an R-rated historical drama depicting brutal medieval violence, rape, and religious persecution.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Rated R with depictions of massacre, torture, brutality, and rape set in medieval Russia.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Anatoliy Solonitsyn as Andrei Rublev
- Ivan Lapikov as Kirill
- Mykola Hrynko as Daniil Chornyy
- Nikolai Sergeyev as Theophanus the Greek
- Irma Raush as God's Fool
- Nikolay Burlyaev as Boriska
- Yuriy Nazarov as Grand Duke / Minor Duke
- Yuriy Nikulin as Patrikey
- Rolan Bykov as Buffoon
- Nikolay Grabbe as Stepan, Centurion of the Grand Duke
Andrei Rublev FAQ
Is Andrei Rublev good?
Andrei Rublev has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 925 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Andrei Rublev?
In the US you can stream Andrei Rublev on Darkroom and rent it from Apple TV and Fandango At Home.
Is Andrei Rublev OK for kids?
Andrei Rublev is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Andrei Rublev is an R-rated historical drama depicting brutal medieval violence, rape, and religious persecution.
What movies are like Andrei Rublev?
If you liked Andrei Rublev, try At Eternity's Gate, Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages, The Two Popes and Munich – The Edge of War.