Rasputin
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Synopsis
Into an era seething with war and revolution, a man comes with an incredible power to heal a nation...or destroy it. Based on the true story of one of the most powerful and mysterious figures in Russian history.
Top Cast
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Alan Rickman
Grigori Rasputin
Greta Scacchi
Tsarina Alexandra
Ian McKellen
Tsar Nicholas II
David Warner
Dr. Botkin
John Wood
Prime Minister Stolypin
James Frain
Prince Felix Yusupov
Ian Hogg
Purishkevich
Sheila Ruskin
Princess Marisa
Peter Jeffrey
Bishop Hermogones
Freddie Findlay
Alexei
Julian Curry
Dr. Lazovert
László Áron
Imperial Chauffeur
János Bata
Detective 1
István Bicskei
Derevenko
István Bubik
Landowner's Son
John Cater
Efim
László Csurka
Man in Sable Coat
Konstantin Frolov
Bolshevik Soldier #1
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 23, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Uli Edel
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Pruce
- Original Score
- Brad Fiedel
- Original Title
- Rasputin
- Country of Origin
- Hungary, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Rysher / Citadel Entertainment, HBO Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Uli Edel
Peter Pruce
Brad Fiedel
Elemér Ragályi
Seth Flaum, Dan Rae
David R. Ginsburg, David Paul Kirkpatrick, Nick Gillott
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Pruce
Writer
Uli Edel
Director
Miljen 'Kreka' Kljaković
Production Design
Natasha Landau
Costume Design
Seth Flaum
Editor
Dan Rae
Editor
Elemér Ragályi
Director of Photography
Nick Gillott
Producer
Brad Fiedel
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rasputin
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rasputin about?
Into an era seething with war and revolution, a man comes with an incredible power to heal a nation...or destroy it. Based on the true story of one of the most powerful and mysterious figures in Russian history.
Who directed Rasputin?
Rasputin was directed by Uli Edel.
Who stars in Rasputin?
The principal cast of Rasputin includes Alan Rickman, Greta Scacchi, Ian McKellen, David Warner, John Wood.
When was Rasputin released and how long is it?
Rasputin was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Rasputin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rasputin was composed by Brad Fiedel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rasputin?
Rasputin holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).