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Conquest and the struggle of power, victory and defeat, love and betrayal, the rise of culture and the ashes of conflagration – these are just some of the elements of the Rurik dynasty. Founded by the eponymous Varangian prince, the Rurik dynasty ruled the territory of Kievan Rus from 882, and later, several neighbouring principalities including the Grand Duchy of Moscow. Their rule continued until 1610 and the Time of Troubles, after which they were succeeded by the Romanovs. Throughout their rule, the Rurikids fortified, defended and expanded their territory – sometimes with fierce and terrifying battles, sometimes with reconciliation and peace treaties. Most importantly, however, it was under their rule that Russian culture developed, and the Russian nation emerged to become the vast transcontinental and multi-ethnic state that exists today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Genre:<\/strong> History<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Vladimir Kuznetsov, Svetlana Bakulina, Denis Bespalyy, Dmitriy Moguchev
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Romanovy (2013)<\/h3>\n \n
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8.3 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 369 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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This history of the Romanov dynasty, the family that ruled Russia from 1613 until the October Revolution of 1917.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> History<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Ilya Sherbinin
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1 season, 8 episodes, 60.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Romanoffs (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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7 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 6122 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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Anthology of eight stories about people who believe themselves to be descendant of the Russian Royal family.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Diane Lane, JJ Feild, Aaron Eckhart, Louise Bourgoin
Creators:<\/strong> Matthew Weiner
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1 season, 8 episodes, 60.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Godunov (2018)<\/h3>\n \n
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7.2 \/ 10<\/strong> (based on 269 reviews)<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n \n

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The mysterious death of the rightful heir ends the rule of the ancient dynasty, leading to a power struggle. The mystery of Godunov’s rise to power, deceitful conspiracies, and destruction of his family are unveiled in this major saga.<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, History<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Sergey Bezrukov, Aleksandra Nikiforova, Vilen Babichev, Dmitriy Frid
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2 seasons, 16 episodes, 52.0-minute runtime<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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The Terrible (2020)<\/h3>\n \n
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Ivan the Terrible is the most discussed Character in the Russian history. At the same time, Ivan is the most unsolved mystery of the Russian Czars. The scale of his political achievements has always overshadowed a living person, and the unparalleled cruelty that entered folklore literally ruled out the possibility of a more complex view of character. The series is an humble attempt to understand the origins of the actions of Ivan IV and look into the dark labyrinth of his soul. 1571. Moscow was destroyed after a fierce raid by the Crimean Khan Devlet-Girey. Ivan the Terrible, deciding that his kingdom had come to an end, he began to write a chronicle of his life. He remembers his early orphanhood, the humiliation of the Boyars, friends who became enemies, and enemies to whom he was ruthless. He cannot escape the memories of his wife Anastasia, whose marriage was the happiest period of his life, the love that illuminated the first years of his reign. He conquered Kazan, created a new army, established a new law system, and had an heir. But soon the bright reign comes to an end: the heir dies, the beloved wife, and the former faithful advisers one by one turn into traitors. Ivan IV of Russia is gradually reborn into the same Ivan the Terrible – a cruel tyrant. And now rumors of his ruthlessness and violent temper are becoming true, and these changes in the character of the king are changing history. Enemies are approaching Russia – will the country be able to survive?<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Genre:<\/strong> Drama, History<\/p>\n \n\n \n

Main Cast:<\/strong> Tatyana Lyalina, Yuri Kolokolnikov, Sergey Makovetskiy, Aleksandr Yatsenko
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In the landscape of television, historical dramas have carved out a significant niche, captivating audiences with their blend of factual storytelling and dramatic embellishments. One such show that has garnered attention is “The Rurik Dynasty” (2019), a series that transports viewers back to the tumultuous and formative years of what would eventually become Russia. This article takes a closer look at the series, exploring its narrative, characters, and the historical context it seeks to illuminate.<\/p>\n

The Premise<\/h2>\n

At its core, “The Rurik Dynasty” is a narrative about power, family, and the birth of a nation. The series begins in the late 9th century, a period when the vast territories of Eastern Europe were a patchwork of tribes and city-states. The show focuses on the Varangians, Norse warriors and traders who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the state that would evolve into the Russian Empire.<\/p>\n

The central figure of the series is Rurik, a leader among the Varangians, whose arrival in the Slavic lands marks the beginning of the Rurik dynasty, which would rule over Russia for more than 700 years. The show does an excellent job of portraying the complexities of Rurik’s character\u2014a warrior with a vision for a unified state, but also a foreigner in the lands he seeks to rule.<\/p>\n

Characters and Performances<\/h2>\n

One of the strengths of “The Rurik Dynasty” is its rich tapestry of characters, each bringing depth and nuance to the historical drama. Apart from Rurik, played with a compelling mix of intensity and vulnerability, the series introduces viewers to a range of historical figures:<\/p>\n