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The Idiot

The Idiot

A major work of Dostoyevsky...

The film is based on the first part of the novel of the same name by Fyodor Dostoevsky. Prince Myshkin returns to Russia from Switzerland, where he was treated in a psychiatric clinic. On the train, on the way to St. Petersburg, the prince meets Parfyon Rogozhin, who tells him of his passionate love for Nastasya Filippovna, the former containment woman of the millionaire Totsky. In St. Petersburg, the prince finds himself in the house of his distant relative – Lizaveta Yepanchina (General's wife), meets her husband, their daughters, as well as the Secretary of General – Ganya Ivolgin. The portrait of Nastasya Filippovna, accidentally seen on the general’s table, makes a great impression on the prince...

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Идиот
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1958-05-12
  • Runtime: 116 minutes
  • Rating: 6.4/10 (25 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Mosfilm
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.0089
  • Languages: Russian

Cast & Crew

Yuriy Yakovlev

Yuriy Yakovlev

as Prince Myshkin

Yuliya Borisova

Yuliya Borisova

as Nastasya Filippovna

Nikita Podgornyj

Nikita Podgornyj

as Ganya Ivolgin

Leonid Parkhomenko

Leonid Parkhomenko

as Parfyon Rogozhin

Raisa Maksimova

Raisa Maksimova

as Aglaya Yepanchina

Vera Pashennaya

Vera Pashennaya

as General Yepanshin's wife

Nikolai Pazhitnov

Nikolai Pazhitnov

as General Yepanchin

Klavdiya Polovikova

Klavdiya Polovikova

as Nina Aleksandrovna Ivolgina

Ivan Lyubeznov

Ivan Lyubeznov

as General Ivolgin

Lyudmila Ivanova

Lyudmila Ivanova

as Varya Ivolgina

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Keywords

based on novel or bookdostoevsky

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Idiot?

The Idiot is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1958-05-12.

Who are the main actors in The Idiot?

The main cast includes Yuriy Yakovlev, Yuliya Borisova, Nikita Podgornyj, Leonid Parkhomenko, Raisa Maksimova, .

Where can I watch The Idiot online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Idiot is available.

Is The Idiot based on a true story?

A major work of Dostoyevsky...

What is the IMDb rating of The Idiot?

The Idiot has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 25 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Idiot?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Idiot?

The soundtrack was composed by Mosfilm. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Idiot filmed?

The Idiot was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Idiot?

The total runtime of The Idiot is 116 minutes.

Is The Idiot suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Idiot?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Idiot.

Does The Idiot have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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