The Italian
2005, Russian. Directed by Andrei Kravchuk.
Set in 2002, an abandoned 5-year-old boy living in a rundown orphanage in a small Russian village is adopted by an Italian family.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Russian
- Rated
- PG-13
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Italian
The Italian isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 21 September 2005
- Original title
- Итальянец
- Country
- Russia
- Written by
- Andrey Romanov
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The Italian: quick answers
Is The Italian worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 49 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Italian?
The Italian runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Italian have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Italian. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Italian parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Italian is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Italian on?
The Italian isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Italian?
If you liked The Italian, try Home Run, Mean Streets, The Boys of St. Vincent.
Who directed The Italian?
The Italian (2005) was directed by Andrei Kravchuk and stars Kolya Spiridonov, Mariya Kuznetsova, Nikolay Reutov.