The Russian Revolution

2017·Movie·47m

Documentary, History

6.3 / 10 (28 votes)

How Lenin seized control of Russia

Starting in 1881 this film shows the personal battle between Lenin's Ulyanov family and the royal Romanovs that eventually led to the Russian revolution.

Directed by: Cal Seville
Original language: English
Released: 15 June 2017

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Last verified 2 Nov 2026

Cast

Vladimir Lenin
Self (archive footage)
Jonathan Kydd
Narrator (voice)
Joseph Stalin
Self (archive footage)
Tsarina Alexandra
Self (archive footage)
Grand Duchess Anastasia
Self (archive footage)