---
title: "The Variegateds Case"
year: 1958
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-variegateds-case-1958"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 149426
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Variegateds Case (1958) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-variegateds-case-1958

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Variegateds Case is a film first released in 1958. Catalogued under Mystery, Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Mosfilm. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Soviet lieutenant juggles love and a perilous murder investigation."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric 1950s Soviet backdrop
- Intense cat-and-mouse investigation
- Compelling conflict between duty and romance

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel slow for modern viewers
- Limited character development beyond the lead
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s serious tone and period violence make it suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, tense, noir

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nikolay Dostal
- **Networks / Studios**: Mosfilm

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Andrei Abrikosov** as *Георгий Владимирович Силантьев, комиссар милиции*
- **Vladimir Kenigson** as *Иван Васильевич Зотов, полковник милиции*
- **Vsevolod Safonov** as *Сергей Коршунов, лейтенант милиции, следователь УгРо*
- **Aleksei Gribov** as *А.Н.Волохов, секретарь райкома партии*
- **Yevgeny Matveyev** as *Лобанов, следователь МУРа*
- **Anatoli Myagkikh** as *Гаранин, сотрудник МУРа*
- **Natalya Fateyeva** as *Лена (Елена Александровна), студентка театрального вуза*
- **Tamara Loginova** as *Валя Амосова, невеста Мити*
- **Maya Kazakova** as *Катя Светлова, соседка Купцевича*
- **Eduard Bredun** as *Митя Неверов*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does "The Variegateds Case" belong to?
It is a mystery, crime, and drama film.

### Q: When was the film released?
It premiered on April 21, 1958.

### Q: Who is the protagonist?
The story follows Lieutenant Sergei Korshunov, a young Soviet intelligence officer.

### Q: What is the main dilemma faced by Sergei?
He must choose between his demanding police work on a difficult case and his girlfriend’s wish that he quit the dangerous job.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately one hour and forty‑two minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Variegateds Case — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/149426)
- [The Variegateds Case - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Variegateds_Case)

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