The Ascent
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About
During a freezing WWII winter, two Soviet partisans on a mission to gather food contend with the temperature, the occupying Germans, and their own psyches.
Cast
Boris Plotnikov
as Sotnikov
Vladimir Gostyukhin
as Rybak
Anatoliy Solonitsyn
as Portnov, collaborationist interrogator
Lyudmila Polyakova
as Avginya Demchikha, the mother
Viktoriya Goldentul
as Basya Meyer, the girl
Sergei Yakovlev
as Petr Sych, village elder
Mariya Vinogradova
as Village elder's wife
Mykola Sektymenko
as Stas Gomenyuk, collaborationist policeman
Leonid Yukhin
as Partisan commander
Aleksandr Zvenigorskiy
as German officer
Vladimir Rudyy
as German officer with black glasses
Anatoli Chebotaryov
as German officer with glasses
Vasili Kravtsov
as German officer
Vladimir Tkalich
as German officer
Aleksandr Pyatkov
as German soldier, executioner
Sergey Yurtaykin
as Cart driver
Igor Bezyaev
as Soviet partisan
Stanislav Borodokin
as Soviet partisan
Stanislav Zhitaryov
as Soviet partisan
Vadim Gusev
as Soviet partisan
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The Ascent is #7112 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Stream The Ascent online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama and war movie originally produced in Russian and released in 1977, it's earned a solid 7.8/10 from 246 viewers worldwide.
About The Ascent
During a freezing WWII winter, two Soviet partisans on a mission to gather food contend with the temperature, the occupying Germans, and their own psyches. Running 109 minutes.
The Ascent Cast and Characters
The cast features Boris Plotnikov (as Sotnikov), Vladimir Gostyukhin (as Rybak), Anatoliy Solonitsyn (as Portnov, collaborationist interrogator), Lyudmila Polyakova (as Avginya Demchikha, the mother), and Viktoriya Goldentul (as Basya Meyer, the girl). Their performances are a major reason The Ascent has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch The Ascent Online
On Bowood.TV you can watch The Ascent free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full film in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch The Ascent NowWhy People Are Watching The Ascent
There's a reason The Ascent keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Russian storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Ascent
Where can I watch The Ascent online for free?
You can watch The Ascent online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is The Ascent?
The Ascent runs for 109 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is The Ascent good? What's the rating?
The Ascent holds a 7.8/10 rating based on 246 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Ascent?
The main cast includes Boris Plotnikov, Vladimir Gostyukhin, Anatoliy Solonitsyn, and Lyudmila Polyakova, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Ascent available in Russian?
Yes — The Ascent was originally produced in Russian and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Ascent released?
The Ascent was released in 1977.
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Where can I watch The Ascent for free?
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What is The Ascent about?
The Ascent is a Drama/War film. During a freezing WWII winter, two Soviet partisans on a mission to gather food contend with the temperature, the occupying Germans, and their own psyches.
When was The Ascent released?
The Ascent was released on April 2, 1977. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. The film was produced by Mosfilm.
Who stars in The Ascent?
The Ascent stars Boris Plotnikov, Vladimir Gostyukhin, Anatoliy Solonitsyn and Lyudmila Polyakova. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Ascent available in HD?
Yes, The Ascent is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.