Anna Karenina
Synopsis
In Imperial Russia, Anna, wife of the officer Karenin, goes to Moscow to visit her brother. On the way, she meets charming cavalry officer Vronsky, to whom she's immediately attracted. But in St. Petersburg’s high society, a relationship like this could destroy a woman’s reputation.
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Claire Bloom
Anna Karenina
Sean Connery
Count Alexei Vronsky
Albert Lieven
Alexei Karenin
Valerie Taylor
Countess Vronsky
Jack Watling
Stiva Prince Oblonsky
Daphne Anderson
Dolly
June Thorburn
Kitty
Frank Williams
Korsunsky
Alan Tilvern
Makhotin
David Lander
Yashvin
Robert Percival
Prince Tverskoy
Patricia Laffan
Betsy, Princess Tverskoy
Campbell Cotts
The Grand Duke
Derek Aylward
General Prince Serpoukhovskoi
Bobby Bannerman
Sergei
John Barrett
Cord
Elaine Inescourt
Countess Lydia
Alice Esmie-Bell
Princess Miagki
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 27, 2010
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rudolph Cartier
- Screenplay & Story
- Marcelle Maurette
- Original Title
- Anna Karenina
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rudolph Cartier
Marcelle Maurette, Donald Bull, Leo Tolstoy
James Colina
Rudolph Cartier
Department Leadership Roster
Rudolph Cartier
Director
Rudolph Cartier
Producer
Marcelle Maurette
Screenplay
Clifford Hatts
Production Design
Elizabeth Agombar
Costume Design
James Colina
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anna Karenina
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Anna Karenina about?
In Imperial Russia, Anna, wife of the officer Karenin, goes to Moscow to visit her brother. On the way, she meets charming cavalry officer Vronsky, to whom she's immediately attracted. But in St. Petersburg’s high society, a relationship like this could destroy a woman’s reputation.
Who directed Anna Karenina?
Anna Karenina was directed by Rudolph Cartier.
Who stars in Anna Karenina?
The principal cast of Anna Karenina includes Claire Bloom, Sean Connery, Albert Lieven, Valerie Taylor, Jack Watling.
When was Anna Karenina released and how long is it?
Anna Karenina was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Is Anna Karenina based on a book or true story?
Anna Karenina is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Leo Tolstoy".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Anna Karenina?
Anna Karenina holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).