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Andrei Rublev
In much wisdom there is much grief.
An expansive Russian drama, this film focuses on the life of revered religious icon painter Andrei Rublev. Drifting from place to place in a tumultuous era, the peace-seeking monk eventually gains a reputation for his art. But after Rublev witnesses a brutal battle and unintentionally becomes involved, he takes a vow of silence and spends time away from his work. As he begins to ease his troubled soul, he takes steps towards becoming a painter once again.
Streaming, rental and purchase options
Where to watch in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
Andrei Rublev is available to stream on Kanopy and The Criterion Channel in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Synopsis
An expansive Russian drama, this film focuses on the life of revered religious icon painter Andrei Rublev. Drifting from place to place in a tumultuous era, the peace-seeking monk eventually gains a reputation for his art. But after Rublev witnesses a brutal battle and unintentionally becomes involved, he takes a vow of silence and spends time away from his work. As he begins to ease his troubled soul, he takes steps towards becoming a painter once again.
More about Andrei Rublev
Cast
Anatoliy SolonitsynAndrei Rublev
Ivan LapikovKirill
Mykola HrynkoDaniil Chornyy
Nikolai SergeyevTheophanus the Greek
Irma RaushGod's Fool
Nikolay BurlyaevBoriska
Yuriy NazarovGrand Duke / Minor Duke
Yuriy NikulinPatrikeyCredits
- Directed by
- Andrei Tarkovsky
- Written by
- Andrei Tarkovsky, Andrei Konchalovsky
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- Russian
- Original title
- Андрей Рублёв
- Budget
- $1.3M
- Box office
- $24.2K
Production
MosfilmRussia
