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Solaris

1972 · 167 min · Director: Andrei Tarkovsky

Solaris (1972) is a science fiction drama, directed by Andrei Tarkovsky. It stars Natalya Bondarchuk and Donatas Banionis. The 167-minute film holds an audience score of 7.8/10.

What Solaris Is About

Andrei Tarkovsky's 1972 film follows a psychologist sent to a station in orbit around a planet. The crew appear to have lost their minds. The planet gives memories physical form. The film turns science fiction into a question of conscience; the narrative makes confrontation rather than discovery its real subject. It is adapted from Stanisław Lem's novel. The author was not satisfied with the film. It runs over two hours and the pace is deliberately slow. Who it's for: those who like reflective science fiction. Who it's not for: viewers expecting adventure; the film is almost entirely an inward reckoning.

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What is Solaris about?

Andrei Tarkovsky's 1972 film follows a psychologist sent to a station in orbit around a planet. The crew appear to have lost their minds.

Where can I watch Solaris?

Solaris is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Solaris?

Solaris runs for 167 minutes (2h 47m).

When did Solaris come out?

Solaris was released in 1972.

Who directed Solaris?

Solaris was directed by Andrei Tarkovsky.

Who stars in Solaris?

Solaris stars Natalya Bondarchuk, Donatas Banionis, Jüri Järvet, Vladislav Dvorzhetsky.

What is Solaris's rating?

Solaris holds 7.9/10 on IMDb and 7.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 84 out of 100.

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