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The Cranes Are Flying

The Cranes Are Flying

The compelling story of a girl's impassioned search for happiness.

Veronika and Boris come together in Moscow shortly before World War II. Walking along the river, they watch cranes fly overhead, and promise to rendezvous before Boris leaves to fight. Boris misses the meeting and is off to the front lines, while Veronika waits patiently, sending letters faithfully. After her house is bombed, Veronika moves in with Boris' family, into the company of a cousin with his own intentions.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Летят журавли
  • Genres: Drama, Romance, War
  • Release Date: 1957-10-12
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Rating: 7.901/10 (404 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Mosfilm
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.8476
  • Languages: Russian

Cast & Crew

Tatyana Samoylova

Tatyana Samoylova

as Veronika

Aleksey Batalov

Aleksey Batalov

as Boris Fyodorovich Borozdin

Vasili Merkuryev

Vasili Merkuryev

as Fyodor Ivanovich Borozdin

Aleksandr Shvorin

Aleksandr Shvorin

as Mark Aleksandrovich Borozdin

Svetlana Kharitonova

Svetlana Kharitonova

as Irina Fyodorovna Borozdina

Konstantin Kadochnikov

Konstantin Kadochnikov

as Volodya

Valentin Zubkov

Valentin Zubkov

as Stepan

Antonina Bogdanova

Antonina Bogdanova

as Varvara Kapitanova, Boris and Irina's Grandmother

Boris Kokovkin

Boris Kokovkin

as Nikolay Nikolayevich Chernov

Ekaterina Kupriyanova

Ekaterina Kupriyanova

as Anna Mikhaylovna Lebedeva

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Trailers & Clips

Film Trailer: Letyat zhuravli / The Cranes Are Flying

The Cranes are Flying (1957)

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cranes Are Flying?

The Cranes Are Flying is a Drama, Romance, War movie directed by . It was released on 1957-10-12.

Who are the main actors in The Cranes Are Flying?

The main cast includes Tatyana Samoylova, Aleksey Batalov, Vasili Merkuryev, Aleksandr Shvorin, Svetlana Kharitonova, .

Where can I watch The Cranes Are Flying online?

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

Is The Cranes Are Flying based on a true story?

The compelling story of a girl's impassioned search for happiness.

What is the IMDb rating of The Cranes Are Flying?

The Cranes Are Flying has an IMDb rating of 7.901/10 based on 404 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Cranes Are Flying?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Cranes Are Flying?

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

Where was The Cranes Are Flying filmed?

The Cranes Are Flying was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Cranes Are Flying?

The total runtime of The Cranes Are Flying is 97 minutes.

Is The Cranes Are Flying suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Cranes Are Flying?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Cranes Are Flying.

Does The Cranes Are Flying have a post-credit scene?

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