How to Save the Immortal

Koschey is an immortal ruler of darkness who has spent three centuries unsuccessfully searching for a bride, despite using kidnapping and magic to attract princesses. Simultaneously, a warrior named Varvara spends her time fighting off suitors in an arena who are only interested in her dowry. The conflict intensifies when Tsar Peas acquires the magical needle containing Koschey's death and uses it to try and reach Varvara, unaware that love could still develop in the immortal's heart.

This Russian animated fantasy comedy was directed by Roman Artemyev, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Genrikh Nebolsin. It is the first of three films directed by Artemyev, followed by Run and a sequel titled How to Save the Immortal 2: Elixir of Life. The voice cast includes Victor Dobronravov, Elizaveta Boyarskaya, Roman Artemyev, Irina Savina, Ekaterina Tarasova, and Elena Shulman.

The film earned 4 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is mixed, as shown by a 5.2 rating on IMDb based on 324 votes and a higher score of 7 on TMDB from 29 votes.