Movie

The Needle

“Tsoi, drugs and Soviet rock.”

★ 6.7(88)19891h 16m

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Good to know

Director: Rashid Nugmanov
Release date: 1989-02-13
Runtime: 1h 16m
Language: Kazakh
Status: Released
Country: Soviet Union
Studio: Kazakhfilm

About The Needle

The Needle is a 1989 movie in the Drama, Thriller and Mystery genres, directed by Rashid Nugmanov, starring Viktor Tsoi, Marina Smirnova and Aleksandr Bashirov. It has a runtime of 1 hour 16 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 88 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Needle in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Moro returns to Alma-Ata to collect money owed to him. While waiting out an unexpected delay, he visits his former girlfriend Dina and discovers she has become a morphine addict. He decides to help her kick the habit and to fight the local drug mafia responsible for her condition.

Cast

Viktor Tsoi

Моro

Marina Smirnova

Dina

Aleksandr Bashirov

Spartak

Pyotr Mamonov

Artur

Archimed Iskakov

Archimed

Grigorij Jepshtejn

Rustem Tashibaev

Gennadi Lyui

Гесс - неформал

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Needle in Mexico?+

The Needle is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Needle on Netflix?+

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How long is The Needle?+

The Needle has a runtime of 1 hour 16 minutes (76 minutes).

Who stars in The Needle?+

The Needle stars Viktor Tsoi, Marina Smirnova, Aleksandr Bashirov, Pyotr Mamonov and Archimed Iskakov.

When did The Needle come out?+

The Needle is a 1989 movie directed by Rashid Nugmanov.

What genre is The Needle?+

The Needle is Drama, Thriller and Mystery film.

Who directed The Needle?+

The Needle was directed by Rashid Nugmanov.