Navalny (2022)

Kernel Score: 80% · 276 ratings · Rated R

Genres: Documentary

Released: 2022-04-08

Runtime: 98 minutes

Where to watch Navalny

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

Follows the man who survived an assassination attempt by poisoning with a lethal nerve agent in August 2020. During his months-long recovery, he makes shocking discoveries about the attempt on his life and decides to return home.

Navalny parents' guide: ages 13+

Parents need to know that Navalny is an R-rated documentary about a real assassination attempt by poisoning and political persecution in Russia.

  • Violence & scariness: Some — Discussion and depiction of a real chemical poisoning assassination attempt and the aftermath, including medical recovery footage.

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

Daniel Roher

Cast

  • Alexei Navalny as Self
  • Yulia Navalnaya as Self
  • Dasha Navalnaya as Self
  • Zakhar Navalny as Self
  • Maria Pevchikh as Self
  • Christo Grozev as Self
  • Leonid Volkov as Self
  • Kira Yarmysh as Self
  • Georgy Alburov as Self
  • Anna Biryukova as Self

Navalny FAQ

Is Navalny good?

Navalny has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 276 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Navalny?

In the US you can stream Navalny on HBO Max.

Is Navalny OK for kids?

Navalny is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Navalny is an R-rated documentary about a real assassination attempt by poisoning and political persecution in Russia.

What movies are like Navalny?

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