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The Ascent (1977), directed by Larisa Shepitko, is a drama film and is available to stream on 6 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.2/10 and 100% on Rotten Tomatoes from 245 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1977, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1970s drama, and remains widely watched decades later.
The film stars Boris Plotnikov, Vladimir Gostyukhin, and Anatoliy Solonitsyn. At 109 minutes, it's easy to fit into a single evening. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
If you're looking to watch The Ascent online, the best option is Criterion Channel for subscribers — included with the standard subscription, no rental required. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Misery and Sunflower, both of which are available to stream right now.
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- No — The Ascent isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Criterion Channel.
- The Ascent is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the US.
- No — The Ascent isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Criterion Channel.
- No — The Ascent isn't on a free-with-ads service right now, but it's included with Criterion Channel.
- The Ascent runs 1h 49m (109 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.2/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 100%.
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