This Fantastic World 1 (1979)

A Soviet science fiction anthology from 1979, bringing Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, and Stanislaw Lem to the screen.

This Fantastic World 1 - Movie Information

  • Original Title: Этот фантастический мир. Фильм 1
  • Release Year: 1979
  • Directed by: Tamara Pavluchenko
  • Type: Movie
  • Genres: Sci-Fi
  • Original Language: Russian
  • Spoken Languages: Russian
  • Production Companies: Central Television USSR
  • Production Countries: Soviet Union

This Fantastic World 1 - Plot

Based on the following works: Jules Verne "From a Gun to the Moon", H.G. Wells "The Man Who Could Work Miracles", Stanislav Lem "The Fourteenth Voyage".

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This Fantastic World 1 - Cast & Crew

Director(s)

  • Tamara Pavluchenko

Main Cast

  • Viktor Sergachyov
  • Kirill Ageev
  • Vladimir Gorelov
  • Aleksandr Grave
  • Rogvold Sukhoverko
  • Nikolai Karachentsov
  • Vyacheslav Garin
  • Vladimir Ivanov

Writers

  • Lyudmila Ermilina
  • Andrey Kostenetsky

This Fantastic World 1 - FAQs

Where can you watch This Fantastic World 1?

This Fantastic World 1 is a rare 1979 Soviet television film with limited streaming availability in Western markets. You can check JustWatch for the most up-to-date viewing options in your region, as availability may vary depending on your country and local streaming platforms.

What is This Fantastic World 1 about?

This Fantastic World 1 is a Soviet science fiction anthology film adapting three classic literary works: Jules Verne's "From a Gun to the Moon", H.G. Wells' "The Man Who Could Work Miracles", and Stanislaw Lem's "The Fourteenth Voyage", weaving together imaginative stories of science, wonder, and human ambition.

Is This Fantastic World 1 based on a true story?

No, This Fantastic World 1 is not based on a true story. It is a science fiction anthology adapting three celebrated works of speculative fiction by Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, and Stanislaw Lem, all of which are works of imaginative literature rather than real events.

Who directed This Fantastic World 1?

This Fantastic World 1 was directed by Tamara Pavluchenko. The film was produced by Central Television USSR and released in 1979 as part of what would become a longer-running Soviet television anthology series exploring classic and contemporary science fiction literature.

Who are the main actors in This Fantastic World 1?

The cast of This Fantastic World 1 includes Viktor Sergachyov, Kirill Ageev, Vladimir Gorelov, Aleksandr Grave, Rogvold Sukhoverko, Nikolai Karachentsov, Vyacheslav Garin, and Vladimir Ivanov. Notably, Nikolai Karachentsov was one of the most beloved Soviet stage and screen actors of his generation.

What genre is This Fantastic World 1?

This Fantastic World 1 belongs to the science fiction genre. As a Soviet television anthology production, it draws on the rich tradition of literary science fiction, adapting works by internationally renowned authors Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, and Stanislaw Lem for a Soviet television audience.

Which literary works are adapted in This Fantastic World 1?

The film adapts three works: Jules Verne's "From a Gun to the Moon", H.G. Wells' "The Man Who Could Work Miracles", and Stanislaw Lem's "The Fourteenth Voyage". This mix of 19th-century adventure, early 20th-century fantasy, and mid-century Polish science fiction showcases the breadth of the anthology's literary ambition.

What language is This Fantastic World 1 in?

This Fantastic World 1 is in Russian. It was produced by Central Television USSR and originally broadcast for Soviet audiences. The film is a Russian-language production, and viewers seeking it today may need to look for subtitled versions depending on the platform or source.

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