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Ivan Vasilyevich Changes His Profession

7.9(430)19731h 28m4

A scientist builds a time machine and accidentally sends his apartment complex manager and a petty burglar to 16th century Moscow, while Tsar Ivan the Terrible travels to 1973.

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Released
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Language
Russian
  • inventor
  • czar / tsar / tzar
  • time machine
  • look-alike
  • swap roles

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Soviet Union

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Release dates

  • ArgentinaAR

    • Theatrical25 Apr 1974
  • FinlandFI

    • Theatrical22 Mar 1974
  • FranceFR

    • Digital / OTT16Prime Video11 Jan 2022
  • GermanyDE

    • TheatricalEast Germany1 Nov 1974
  • HungaryHU

    • Theatrical7 Nov 1974
  • MexicoMX

    • Theatrical (limited)A18 Jun 1974
  • PolandPL

    • Theatrical3 Nov 1974
  • RussiaRU

    • Physical12+DVD11 Sept 2001
    • Physical12+Blu-ray1 Jan 2011
  • RussiaSU

    • Theatrical17 Sept 1973
  • SwedenSE

    • Theatrical17 Dec 1976

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Ivan Vasilyevich Changes His Profession was released on 17 September 1973.

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  • D

    deepkino

    9/15/2025

    7/10

    The film is praised for its manic and fast-paced energy, as well as its unique blend of slapstick and clever humor. It is considered an example of how comedy can thrive and even contain subtle social commentary under a repressive regime. The use of physical comedy, sped-up chase scenes, and goofy music, a trademark of director Gaidai, contributes to the film's comedic appeal. While some of the cultural references and…

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