Movie · 1986
Is Boris Godunov based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Boris Godunov is based on the play Boris Godunov by Alexander Pushkin (1831).
The movie was released in 1986.
The play behind Boris Godunov
Common questions
Is Boris Godunov based on a book?
Yes. Boris Godunov is based on the play Boris Godunov by Alexander Pushkin (1831).
Who wrote the book Boris Godunov is based on?
Boris Godunov was written by Alexander Pushkin and first published in 1831.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Boris Godunov before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Alexander Pushkin's books
- The Queen of Spades (film, 1910)
- The Queen of Spades (film, 1916)
- The Eagle (film, 1925)
- Onegin (film, 1999)
- Ruslan and Ludmila (film, 1972)
- The Tale of Tsar Saltan (film, 1967)