---
title: "Fortress of War"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/fortress-of-war-2010"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 50618
imdb_id: "tt1343703"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 138
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 205
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Fortress of War (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/fortress-of-war-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Fortress of War is a 2010 Russian-Belarusian war drama that recounts the defense of the Brest Fortress during the opening stages of the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union in June 1941. Released in the United States on November 11, 2010, the film depicts the events following the initial German attack on June 22, 1941. The narrative focuses on the heroic resistance of Soviet troops who held the border stronghold against invading Wehrmacht forces. The story highlights three primary resistance zones led by regiment commander Pyotr Mikhailovich Gavrilov, commissar Efim Moiseevich Fomin, and the head of the 9th frontier outpost, Andrey Mitrofanovich Kizhevatov. The film features performances by actors including Andrey Merzlikin, Pavel Derevyanko, and Veronika Nikonova. The plot is framed through the recollections of veteran Alexander Akimov, who reflects on his experiences as a fifteen-year-old boy named Sasha during the conflict, including his romantic interest in a girl named Anya. The production, also known by the festival title The Brest Fortress, explores the intense initial days of the defense.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alexander Kott
- **Networks / Studios**: TRO, Central Partnership, Belarusfilm

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Andrey Merzlikin** as *лейтенант Кижеватов*
- **Pavel Derevyanko** as *Ефим Фомин*
- **Veronika Nikonova** as *Анна Кижеватова*
- **Evgeny Tsyganov** as *лейтенант Почерников*
- **Anna Tsukanova-Kott** as *Соня*
- **Aleksei Kopashov** as *Сашка Акимов*
- **Alexander Korshunov** as *Пётр Гаврилов*
- **Yana Esipovich** as *жена Кижеватова*
- **Anatoly Kot** as *диверсант*
- **Madlen Dzhabrailova** as *жена Гаврилова*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Fortress of War online?
Fortress of War is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Fortress of War worth watching?
Fortress of War holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 205 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging War, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Fortress of War and when was it released?
Fortress of War is a feature film with a runtime of 138 minutes. It was released in 2010. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Fortress of War?
Fortress of War was directed by Alexander Kott.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Fortress of War — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/50618)
- [Fortress of War (2010) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1343703/fullcredits/)
- [Fortress of War - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fortress_of_War)
- [Fortress of War (2010) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/50618/cast)
- [Fortress of War Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/fortress-of-war/fypVopRkKd0wuvTQMTDTl7/credits/)
- [Fortress of War (2010) | Creators | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/en/film/288230-fortress-of-war/cast/)

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