The Return (2003)
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Overview
Two young brothers in contemporary Russia are reunited with a father they know only from an old photograph after his sudden return from a long absence. With their mother’s reluctant consent, they set out on a remote trip that quickly becomes an uneasy test of authority, trust, and masculinity. As the journey moves deeper into the wilderness, the fragile bonds between father and sons are pushed to their limits.
Where to watch The Return
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Curzon Home Cinema, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Canada | — | YouTube | YouTube |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Curzon Home Cinema, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| France | — | YouTube, Canal VOD, Sooner, LaCinetek | Apple TV, YouTube, Canal VOD, Sooner +1 |
| Spain | Filmin | — | — |
| Italy | — | CHILI | Apple TV, CHILI |
| Türkiye | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Return in 9 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Return about?
Two young brothers in contemporary Russia are reunited with a father they know only from an old photograph after his sudden return from a long absence. With their mother’s reluctant consent, they set out on a remote trip that quickly becomes an uneasy test of authority, trust, and masculinity. As the journey moves deeper into the wilderness, the fragile bonds between father and sons are pushed to their limits. The Return is a Drama, Mystery movie, released on 2003-06-25, runtime 111 minutes.
Is The Return worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Return 7.3 out of 10 from 738 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch The Return?
In Spain, The Return streams on Filmin. The table on this page lists 7 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Andrey Zvyagintsev
Cast
- Vladimir Garin as Andrey
- Konstantin Lavronenko as Father
- Nataliya Vdovina as Mother
- Ivan Dobronravov as Ivan
- Lazar Dubovik as Hooligan
- Lyubov Kazakova as Girl in the Mirror
- Galina Petrova as Grandmother
- Aleksey Suknovalov as Zavodila
- Andrey Sumin as Man at Port
- Elizaveta Aleksandrova as Olya
- Galina Popova as Babushka
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