Overview

The era of palace coups in Russia ended with the coronation of a prominent historical figure: Catherine the Great. She could have settled for the role of Emperor’s wife, but her persistence and determination eventually proved that her rightful place was on the throne. She was still a child when she learned that she was to marry Peter III and produce an heir. Catherine, however, wanted to rule Russia herself. She saw the potential of the Russian Empire, and she wanted to implement the ideas of the Enlightenment. Will Russia experience a renaissance of culture and sciences under Catherine? Will her ideas eventually play to her detriment?

Cast

Anna Mikhalkova, Olga Lerman, Evgeniy Okorokov, Evgeny Kharitonov, Victor Dobronravov, Aleksandr Klyukvin, Nina Kucheruk, Vladimir Kotov

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What is "Catherine the Great" about?

The era of palace coups in Russia ended with the coronation of a prominent historical figure: Catherine the Great. She could have settled for the role of Emperor’s wife, but her persistence and determination eventually proved that her rightful place was on the throne. She was still a child when she learned that she was to marry Peter III and produce an heir. Catherine, however, wanted to rule Russia herself. She saw the potential of the Russian Empire, and she wanted to implement the ideas of the Enlightenment. Will Russia experience a renaissance of culture and sciences under Catherine? Will her ideas eventually play to her detriment?

When was "Catherine the Great" released?

Catherine the Great was released in 2025.

Who stars in "Catherine the Great"?

The cast includes Anna Mikhalkova, Olga Lerman, Evgeniy Okorokov, Evgeny Kharitonov.