Legend of Rustam
1972, Russian. Directed by Boris Kimyagarov.
An epic legend about the exploits of the legendary hero Rustam - a brave warrior who is always ready to come to the aid of those who need her. The story is based on Ferdowsi's poem "Shah-Nam". The first part of the "Exploits of Rustam" dilogy, which is continued by the film "Rustam and Suhrab" (1972).
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Russian
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Details
- Released
- 17 April 1972
- Original title
- Сказание о Рустаме
- Country
- Soviet Union
- Written by
- Ferdowsi, Grigoriy Koltunov
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Legend of Rustam: quick answers
What comes after Legend of Rustam?
Next in the series: Rustam and Suhrab (1972) and Legend of Siavush (1977).
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How long is Legend of Rustam?
Legend of Rustam runs 147 minutes (2h 27m).
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Legend of Rustam isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 April 1972. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Legend of Rustam?
If you liked Legend of Rustam, try Hilda and the Mountain King, Mio in the Land of Faraway, The Wizard of the Emerald City, Part I.
Who directed Legend of Rustam?
Legend of Rustam (1972) was directed by Boris Kimyagarov and stars Bimbulat Vatayev, Svetlana Norbayeva, Otar Koberidze.