Back in the USSR 1992
“Archer Sloan is on vacation in Moscow. He never expected the Russians to be so friendly.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 87 minutes
- Director
- Deran Sarafian
- Network
- JVC
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Back in the USSR?
Back in the USSR is a film first released in 1992. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1992
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 87 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 7, 1992
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Japan, United States of America
- Studios
- JVC
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.0/10 from 7 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~87 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- JVC
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Overview
Back in the USSR is a film first released in 1992. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller, Crime. Produced and broadcast by JVC. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A vacationing American student becomes entangled in a dangerous criminal conspiracy while visiting Moscow.”
- Features a unique historical setting during the transition to capitalism
- Includes a notable international cast featuring Frank Whaley and Roman Polanski
- Delivers a fast-paced narrative centered on a high-stakes search for a stolen icon
- The plot relies on a standard fish-out-of-water premise that may feel familiar to genre fans
Watch it if you enjoy suspenseful thrillers set against the backdrop of changing geopolitical landscapes.
This film maintains a tense, dramatic tone with a brisk 87-minute runtime suitable for adult audiences.
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Where can I stream this film?
Streaming availability for Back in the USSR varies by region and platform; check your local listings on services like TMDB to see if it is currently available.
Is this film worth watching?
The film is worth watching for those interested in 1990s thrillers that utilize the unique historical backdrop of a changing Soviet Union.
How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes.
Who are the primary cast members?
The film stars Frank Whaley, Natalya Negoda, Roman Polanski, and Andrew Divoff.
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