Solaris (1972)

Solaris is a film from 1972.

Year: 1972
Released: February 5, 1972
Genres: Drama, Adventure, Science fiction
Countries: Soviet Union
Original language: Russian
Original title: Солярис
Music: Johann Sebastian Bach
Awards: 1

Plot

Solaris (Russian: Солярис, romanized: Solyaris) is a 1972 Soviet science fiction and psychological horror film based on Stanisław Lem's 1961 novel of the same title. The film was co-written and directed by Andrei Tarkovsky, and stars Donatas Banionis and Natalya Bondarchuk.

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Frequently asked questions

When was Solaris released?

Solaris was first released on February 5, 1972.

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Updated November 13, 2026