Pripyat (1999)
Overview
After the catastrophe in 1986, a 30-km restricted zone was erected around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, and 116,000 persons were evacuated from this area. Pripyat is a portrait of the people who still live and work there, and of those who have moved back. What is life like for these people, a life with the invisible and incomprehensible danger of radioactivity? How do they deal with the aftereffects of an accident which is claimed to be statistically improbable? Four protagonists tell their stories and provide a look at everyday life in “their“ zone.
Where to watch Pripyat
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | OVID | — | — |
| United Kingdom | — | — | Apple TV |
| Canada | OVID | — | — |
| Ireland | — | — | Apple TV |
| Germany | Historama | — | Apple TV |
| France | filmfriend | — | Apple TV |
| Japan | — | FOD | — |
| Sweden | — | — | Apple TV |
| Poland | — | — | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Pripyat in 25 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Pripyat about?
After the catastrophe in 1986, a 30-km restricted zone was erected around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, and 116,000 persons were evacuated from this area. Pripyat is a portrait of the people who still live and work there, and of those who have moved back. What is life like for these people, a life with the invisible and incomprehensible danger of radioactivity? How do they deal with the aftereffects of an accident which is claimed to be statistically improbable? Four protagonists tell their stories and provide a look at everyday life in “their“ zone. Pripyat is a Documentary movie, released on 1999-09-11, runtime 100 minutes.
Is Pripyat worth watching?
TMDB users rate Pripyat 6.9 out of 10 from 12 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Pripyat?
In the United States, Pripyat streams on OVID. The table on this page lists 8 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Nikolaus Geyrhalter
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Sources
Details and the 6.9/10 rating from Pripyat on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.