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Drama · War · 1h 50m · 1977
The Ascent
During a freezing WWII winter, two Soviet partisans on a mission to gather food contend with the temperature, the occupying Germans, and their own psyches.
Directed by Larisa Shepitko
Starring Boris Plotnikov, Vladimir Gostyukhin, Anatoliy Solonitsyn, Lyudmila Polyakova, Viktoriya Goldentul
DramaWar
First releaseApr 2, 1977
Score7.9 / 10
Length1h 50m
LanguageRU
Trailer
Release rollout
The Ascent opened first in Germany on October 28, 1977. The rollout continued across 5 countries, finishing in Brazil on September 12, 2026. In the United States, it arrived in theaters on December 22, 1978.
Release dates by country
SUApr 2, 1977
GermanyOct 28, 1977
United StatesDec 22, 1978
PortugalOct 26, 1979
FranceMar 19, 1980
BrazilSep 12, 2026
Frequently asked questions
When does The Ascent come out?
The Ascent was released on April 2, 1977.
When does The Ascent come out in United States?
The Ascent was released in United States on December 22, 1978.
When does The Ascent come out in Germany?
The Ascent was released in Germany on October 28, 1977.
Who directed The Ascent?
The Ascent was directed by Larisa Shepitko.
How long is The Ascent?
The Ascent has a runtime of 1h 50m.
