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The Three Sisters (1970): Cast

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The Three Sisters is a 1970 drama directed by Cedric Messina, starring Eileen Atkins as Olga, Michele Dotrice and Janet Suzman. It runs 2 hours 42 minutes.

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The Three Sisters (1970) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 42m (162 min)
Director
Cedric Messina
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
Studio
BBC
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Three Sisters About?

The premise of The Three Sisters without spoilers.

In a provincial Russian town at the turn of the twentieth century, sisters Olga, Irina and Masha and their brother Andrei cling to memories of vibrant Moscow. Local soldiers provide brief companionship, but cannot replace the city’s allure. Andrei marries practical Natasha, who dominates the household. Masha, though married, has an affair with the melancholy officer Vershinin. Even hopeful Irina’s optimism fades, ending in tragedy.

The Three Sisters Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Three Sisters Cast & Characters

Eileen Atkins leads the cast as Olga, with Michele Dotrice as Irina and Janet Suzman as Masha. Directed by Cedric Messina; 9 actors are credited in all.

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More from Cedric Messina

More films directed by Cedric Messina: A Song At Twilight and Pygmalion.

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The Three Sisters Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “As Três Irmãs” and “Три сестры”.

Also known as
  • As Três Irmãs
  • Три сестры

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The Three Sisters FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Three Sisters, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Three Sisters?

The Three Sisters runs 2 hours 42 minutes (162 minutes).

When was The Three Sisters released?

The Three Sisters was released on January 18, 1970.

Who directed The Three Sisters?

The Three Sisters was directed by Cedric Messina.

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Who is in the cast of The Three Sisters?

The Three Sisters stars Eileen Atkins as Olga, Michele Dotrice as Irina and Janet Suzman as Masha, among 9 credited actors.

Does The Three Sisters have a post-credit scene?

No. The Three Sisters has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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