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The Idiot

6.619461h 41mMovieDrama

Muichkine, a young Russian prince, returns home to St. Petersburg from a mental institution, determined to spread decency and kindness in the harsh and cruel world. He becomes betrothed to an innocent young girl while trying to save a…

DirectorGeorges Lampin
WritersCharles Spaak·Georges Raevsky

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 5 other countries

The Idiot isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Austria, France, Germany, Japan and 1 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Georges Lampin

GPGérard Philipe
Gérard Philipe
Prince Miouchkine
EFEdwige Feuillère
Edwige Feuillère
Nastasia Philipovna
LCLucien Coëdel
Lucien Coëdel
Rogogine
SSylvie
Sylvie
Madame Ivolvine
JDJean Debucourt
Jean Debucourt
Totsky
NNNathalie Nattier
Nathalie Nattier
Aglaé Epantchine
JMJane Marken
Jane Marken
Naria
MMMarguerite Moreno
Marguerite Moreno
General Elisabeth Prokovievna Epanchine
MC
Maurice Chambreuil
General Epantchine
MAMichel André
Michel André
Gania Ivolvine
EHElisabeth Hardy
Elisabeth Hardy
Sophie Ivolvine
RARoland Armontel
Roland Armontel
Luliane Timofeevich Lebediev, the drunkard

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The Idiot — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Idiot?

The Idiot isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Austria, Switzerland and Germany and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Idiot on Netflix?

No, The Idiot is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is The Idiot on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Idiot isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch The Idiot for free?

The Idiot isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Idiot?

The Idiot hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around July 26, 1946. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.