Russian Ark (2002)
Kernel Score: 81% · 500 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama, Fantasy, History
Released: 2002-05-22
Runtime: 99 minutes
Where to watch Russian Ark
- Stream: Klassiki, Kino Film Collection
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A ghost and a French marquis wander through the Winter Palace in St Petersburg, encountering scenes from many different periods of its history.
Russian Ark parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Russian Ark is a historical drama/fantasy exploring centuries of Russian history through a single unbroken shot in a museum.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Aleksandr Sokurov
Cast
- Sergey Dreyden as The Stranger (The Marquis de Custine)
- Mariya Kuznetsova as Catherine The Great
- Leonid Mozgovoy as The Spy
- Mikhail Piotrovsky as Self (Hermitage Director)
- Edisher (Davit) Giorgobiani as Orbeli
- Aleksandr Chaban as Boris Piotrovsky
- Lev Eliseev as Self
- Oleg Khmelnitsky as Self
- Alla Osipenko as Self
- Artyom Strelnikov as Talented Boy
Russian Ark FAQ
Is Russian Ark good?
Russian Ark has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 500 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Russian Ark?
In the US you can stream Russian Ark on Klassiki and Kino Film Collection, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Russian Ark OK for kids?
Russian Ark is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Russian Ark is a historical drama/fantasy exploring centuries of Russian history through a single unbroken shot in a museum.
What movies are like Russian Ark?
If you liked Russian Ark, try True Spirit, Battleship Potemkin, The Stronghold and Silver Skates.