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The Russia House (1990)

English spy film directed by Fred Schepisi

RUS

Rated R in the US

Restricted: under 17 requires an accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Runtime
2h 2m 122 min
Released
21 December 1990
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

The Russia House has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes (122 min). In the US it is rated R. The English film released on 21 December 1990. It is directed by Fred Schepisi and stars Sean Connery, Michelle Pfeiffer and Roy Scheider.

Official trailer

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Ian Baker
Written by
Tom Stoppard
Produced by
Neil Canton
Production
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Distribution
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Budget
$21.8 million
Box office
$23 million
Based on
The Russia House
Set in
Soviet Union
Filmed in
Portugal, Lisbon, Russia, Pinewood Studios

Release and where to watch

In theatres
21 December 1990
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Can children watch it?

Not meant for children. In the US, under-17s need an adult with them. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of The Russia House?

The Russia House has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes, or 122 min.

When did The Russia House release?

The Russia House released on 21 December 1990.

Who directed The Russia House?

The Russia House is directed by Fred Schepisi.

Who is in the cast of The Russia House?

The cast of The Russia House includes Sean Connery, Michelle Pfeiffer, Roy Scheider, James Fox, John Mahoney and J. T. Walsh.

Where can I watch The Russia House online?

The Russia House streams on Netflix.

How much did The Russia House earn at the box office?

The Russia House grossed $23 million on a budget of $21.8 million.

What is The Russia House rated in the US?

The Russia House is rated R by the Motion Picture Association.

Is The Russia House based on a true story or a book?

The Russia House is based on The Russia House.

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Updated 7 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.