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Source: Mosfilm Film Concern – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.
March 3, 2026
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The St. Petersburg-Moscow backlot hosted a filming shift for director Sarik Andreasyan's new, large-scale project, "War and Peace," based on Leo Tolstoy's world-famous novel of the same name. The sheer scale of the production was evident in the large cast of crowd scenes, the abundance of props, and the period costumes. Mosfilm.ru is publishing exclusive photos from the set.
Leo Tolstoy's famous novel has repeatedly inspired filmmakers from Germany, Russia, Italy, America, and other countries, and there are more than 10 film adaptations. Director Sarik Andreasyan is developing a new, large-scale film adaptation of the legendary epic. The screenplay was written by Alexei Gravitsky, who has experience adapting literary works (Onegin) and historical fiction projects (The Great, Janissary). The names of the leading actors—Pierre Bezukhov, Andrei Bolkonsky, Natasha Rostova, and others—are currently being kept under wraps. The film is expected to feature both Russian film stars and emerging talents, bringing a fresh perspective to the classic.
The film will transport viewers to early 19th-century Russia, when the destinies of the aristocracy intertwine with the events of the Patriotic War of 1812. At the heart of the story are love and loyalty, honor and betrayal, peace and war, revealed through the lives of vibrant and complex characters. The authors aim not to reimagine, but to recreate Tolstoy's world in its authentic form—with respect for the text, the era, and the characters.
The crew will hold another filming session at Mosfilm in April. The film adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's epic novel "War and Peace" is scheduled for release on February 18, 2027. Atmosfera Kino will distribute the project.
War and Peace (2027, in production)
Director: Sarik AndreasyanProducers: Sarik Andreasyan, Gevond AndreasyanExecutive Producer: Ilya ShuvalovCinematographer: Kirill ZotkinScreenwriter: Alexey Gravitsky (based on the novel by Leo Tolstoy)Costume Designer: Gulnara ShakhmilovaProduction Designer: Ilya ShirokovCasting: Svetlana Ershova
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