Movie

Story of a Real Man

★ 5.0(12)19481h 36m

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Good to know

Director: Aleksandr Stolper
Release date: 1948-10-21
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: Russian
Status: Released
Country: Soviet Union
Studio: Mosfilm

About Story of a Real Man

Story of a Real Man is a 1948 movie in the War and Drama genres, directed by Aleksandr Stolper, starring Pavel Kadochnikov, Nikolai Okhlopkov and Aleksey Dikiy. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.0/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Story of a Real Man in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Alexey Meresyev was a fighter pilot during the war. One day he was shot down by Nazis, and because of his wounds both of his legs had to be cut off up to his knees. Because of his spirit and courage, Alexey was able to overcome his disability. He learned not only to walk on his artificial limps, but even dance and fly the plane again. Based on a real-life story.

Cast

Pavel Kadochnikov

Aleksei Meresyev

Nikolai Okhlopkov

Kommissar Worobjew

Aleksey Dikiy

Wassilij Wassiljewitsch

Vasili Merkuryev

Stepan Ivanovich

Lyudmila Tselikovskaya

Zinochka

Lyubov Sokolova

Varvara

Aleksandr Mikhajlov

Petrov

Boris Babochkin

Sergey Bondarchuk

Mikhail Gluzskiy

Tamara Makarova

Lev Sverdlin

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Story of a Real Man in Switzerland?+

Story of a Real Man is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Story of a Real Man on Netflix?+

Story of a Real Man is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How long is Story of a Real Man?+

Story of a Real Man has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in Story of a Real Man?+

Story of a Real Man stars Pavel Kadochnikov, Nikolai Okhlopkov, Aleksey Dikiy, Vasili Merkuryev and Lyudmila Tselikovskaya.

When did Story of a Real Man come out?+

Story of a Real Man is a 1948 movie directed by Aleksandr Stolper.

What genre is Story of a Real Man?+

Story of a Real Man is War and Drama film.

Who directed Story of a Real Man?+

Story of a Real Man was directed by Aleksandr Stolper.