To the Stars by Hard Ways (1981) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
To the Stars by Hard Ways (1981) — In the 23rd century, a reconnaissance craft discovers an unknown destroyed spaceship in deep recesses ...
To the Stars by Hard Ways (1981) Storyline
In the 23rd century, a reconnaissance craft discovers an unknown destroyed spaceship in deep recesses of space. The crew discovers the sole survivor - the mysterious Niya, an artificial being who appears to be the last of her kind, who possesses unique and unimaginable powers. Taken in by a family of scientists to unlock her memories and harness her abilities, a journey to discover Niya’s origins begins - taking us through the stars from Earth, to a dying planet light years away in need of help…
Full Cast & Crew
- Yelena Metyolkina as Niya
- Vadim Ledogorov as Cadet Stepan Lebedev
- Uldis Lieldidzs as Sergei Lebedev
- Yelena Fadeyeva as Maria Pavlovna
- Vatslav Dvorzhetsky as Petr Petrovich
- Nadezhda Sementsova as Professor Nadezhda Ivanova
- Aleksandr Lazarev as Professor Klimov
- Aleksandr Mikhaylov as Dreier
- Boris Shcherbakov as Navigator Kolotin
- Igor Ledogorov as Ambassador Rakan
- Igor Yasulovich as Torki
- Vladimir Fyodorov as Turanchoks
- Gleb Strizhenov as Glan
- Lyudmila Nilskaya as Selena
- Valeriy Nosik as Liy
Why Watch To the Stars by Hard Ways?
The Vibe: To the Stars by Hard Ways is a mind-bending and visually spectacular science fiction movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1981. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for dreamers and fans of speculative futures. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with science fiction-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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