Stalin

Stalin is a historical drama that examines the life and political trajectory of the Soviet dictator. The story follows his ascent to power after the revolution, his conflicts with rivals like Trotsky, and his eventual total control over the Soviet Union. The narrative explores the inner workings of his regime, focusing on his administrative abilities and the brutality of the purges and secret police that created a climate of fear for his associates and family.

Directed by Ivan Passer, the film was released in 1992. It is the second film in Passer's directing career, following Cutter's Way and preceding While Justice Sleeps and Nomad: The Warrior. The production was a collaboration between the United States, Russia, and Hungary, involving HBO and HBO Films. Robert Duvall stars in the title role, with a supporting cast that includes Julia Ormond, Maximilian Schell, Jeroen Krabbé, Joan Plowright, and Jim Carter. The movie has a runtime of 172 minutes and features 42 credited cast members. On TMDB, the film holds a rating of 5.3/10 based on 39 votes.