The Banishment
2008, Russian. Directed by Andrey Zvyagintsev.
If you want to kill, kill. If you want to forgive, forgive.
While vacationing in the countryside at his childhood home, a woman suddenly reveals to her husband that she is expecting a child – but not his.
- Runtime
- 2h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Russian
- Rated
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Details
- Released
- 27 March 2008
- Original title
- Изгнание
- Country
- Russia
- Written by
- Oleg Negin, Artyom Melkumyan
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What The Banishment is based on
The Banishment is adapted from a novel.
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The Banishment: quick answers
Is The Banishment worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 185 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Banishment?
The Banishment runs 158 minutes (2h 38m).
Does The Banishment have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Banishment. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Banishment parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Banishment yet.
Which OTT platform is The Banishment on?
The Banishment isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Banishment?
If you liked The Banishment, try Holy Lands, Dear Zoe, Winged Creatures.
Who directed The Banishment?
The Banishment (2008) was directed by Andrey Zvyagintsev and stars Konstantin Lavronenko, Aleksandr Baluev, Maria Bonnevie.
What is The Banishment based on?
The Banishment is adapted from a novel.