Two Prosecutors (2025): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Two Prosecutors is a 2025 historical drama directed by Sergei Loznitsa, starring Aleksandr Kuznetsov as Kornev, Aleksandr Filippenko and Anatoliy Belyy. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes. Critics gave it 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 57m (117 min)
- Director
- Sergei Loznitsa
- Original language
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Russian
- Studio
- SBS Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Two Prosecutors About?
The premise of Two Prosecutors without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
During Stalin’s Great Terror in 1937, a young prosecutor uncovers a desperate letter from a prisoner. The discovery leads him to question the established system and sparks his determination to challenge it. He must navigate a dangerous political landscape while seeking justice and confronting the pervasive corruption of the era.
Two Prosecutors Cast & Characters
Aleksandr Kuznetsov leads the cast as Kornev, with Aleksandr Filippenko as Stepniak and The Man with the Wooden Leg and Anatoliy Belyy as Vyshynsky. Directed by Sergei Loznitsa; 8 actors are credited in all.
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Director Sergei Loznitsa
- Aleksandr Kuznetsov as Kornev
- Aleksandr Filippenko as Stepniak and The Man with the Wooden Leg
- Anatoliy Belyy as Vyshynsky
- Andris Keišs as The deputy
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- Vytautas Kaniušonis Prison Governor
- Orests Paško Corridor Warder
- Ivgeny Terletsky Old Prisoner
More from Sergei Loznitsa
More films directed by Sergei Loznitsa, best-rated first: My Joy, State Funeral, Babi Yar. Context and In the Fog.
Two Prosecutors Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Two Prosecutors 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 90/100, strongest in art & craft (92) and weakest in story & flow (80).
Two Prosecutors Echo Score Breakdown
Two Prosecutors delivers a tightly woven examination of bureaucratic oppression through meticulous direction and stark visual design. Critics commend the film’s unrelenting claustrophobic atmosphere, precise cinematography, and a compelling lead performance that anchors the narrative’s bleak humor. While its deliberate pacing may challenge some viewers, the cumulative effect is a resonant, thought‑provoking work that rewards attentive viewing. The consensus places the film solidly among the year’s most impactful dramas.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 92
ART: The film’s direction and visual composition are consistently praised for their precision. Oleg Mutu’s cinematography is described as Vermeer‑like, rendering each frame with meticulous lighting and texture, while the staging maintains a claustrophobic intensity. Production design reinforces the oppressive setting, and editing sustains the measured pacing. Collectively, the craftsmanship is regarded as a principal strength of the work.
- Character & Emotion 90
CHARACTER: Performances receive strong commendation, particularly the lead actor’s career‑changing portrayal that conveys both dread and bitter humor. Critics note the depth of the protagonists and the nuanced interplay that underscores the film’s examination of idealism versus oppression. Emotional resonance is amplified by the actors’ ability to inhabit the bleak reality without slipping into melodrama, positioning character work as a key asset.
- Story & Flow 80
STORY: The narrative is lauded for its deliberate construction and thematic ambition, presenting a tightly controlled plot that mirrors the oppressive bureaucracy it depicts. Reviewers highlight the measured pacing and the “steel trap” structure that maintains tension, though some note the slow tempo may test patience. Originality and the twisty ending are recognized as contributions that sustain engagement despite the film’s austerity.
- Sensory Experience 90
SENSORY: Critics repeatedly emphasize the film’s visual and auditory austerity, noting the stark lighting, muted color palette, and echoing corridor sounds that heighten claustrophobia. The soundtrack is subdued, functioning as an undercurrent that supports the oppressive mood rather than drawing attention. Such sensory restraint is viewed as integral to the film’s bleak tonal consistency and its immersive, unsettling atmosphere.
- Rewatch Factor 85
REWATCH: The film’s intricate construction and thematic depth suggest strong rewatch potential for viewers attuned to its layered critique of authority. The twisty conclusion and the sustained tension encourage multiple viewings to uncover subtle details, while the deliberate pacing may limit casual repeatability. Overall, the work is seen as rewarding for engaged audiences seeking continued analysis.
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IMDb 7.0 /10
3379 votes
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Rotten Tomatoes 98% Tomatometer
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TMDB 68% User score
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Letterboxd 3.5 /5
16658 ratings
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Two Prosecutors Plot Summary
What happens in Two Prosecutors from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Kornev Aleksandr Kuznetsov is a young Soviet prosecutor who has just graduated from law school in 1937, during the height of Stalin’s Great Purge. He stumbles upon a letter from a prisoner in Bryansk that hints at deep corruption within the NKVD, and his sense of duty pulls him toward the prison to understand what is really happening beneath the surface of local justice. Through his oversight role, he secures a sanctioned visit and steps into a world where loyalty and fear intertwine.
Full summary
The whole story of Two Prosecutors, scene by scene
Two Prosecutors Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 1 trailer, 2 teasers and 1 featurette.
- Teaser Justice is a Dangerous Pursuit.
- Teaser Critically acclaimed, TWO PROSECUTORS is Now Showing In Select Cinemas
- Featurette Sergei Loznitsa discusses the brave character at the centre of his political drama TWO PROSECUTORS
How Well Do You Know Two Prosecutors?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Two Prosecutors Also Known As
10 alternative titles, including “Deux Procureurs” and “Dwaj prokuratorzy”.
- Also known as
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- Deux Procureurs
- Dwaj prokuratorzy
- Два Прокурори
- Divi Prokurori
- Due procuratori
- Zwei Staatsanwälte
- Dos fiscales
- 두 검사
- Два прокурора
- İki Savcı
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Two Prosecutors FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Two Prosecutors, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Two Prosecutors?
Two Prosecutors runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).
When was Two Prosecutors released?
Two Prosecutors was released on May 14, 2025.
Who directed Two Prosecutors?
Two Prosecutors was directed by Sergei Loznitsa.
More films by Sergei Loznitsa Who is in the cast of Two Prosecutors?
Two Prosecutors stars Aleksandr Kuznetsov as Kornev, Aleksandr Filippenko as Stepniak and The Man with the Wooden Leg and Anatoliy Belyy as Vyshynsky, among 8 credited actors.
How is Two Prosecutors rated?
Two Prosecutors has 7.0/10 on IMDb, 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68% on TMDB and 3.5/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Two Prosecutors have a post-credit scene?
No. Two Prosecutors has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Two Prosecutors in?
The original language of Two Prosecutors is Russian.
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