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Netflix’s first Russian original drama series is in motion. A modern adaptation of Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina, with the working title Anna K and starring Svetlana Khodchenkova, will bring a contemporary take to the socialite’s affairs.
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Netflix Sets Tolstoy Adaptation as First Russian Original
Anna Karenina, as its first Russian original drama series.
Svetlana Khodchenkova (
Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy) is set to star as Anna Karenina in the lavish, contemporary retelling of Tolstoy’s classic. The series is set in modern-day Russia, where socialite Anna Karenina, the wife of the soon-to-become governor of St. Petersburg, enters a life-changing love affair with Vronsky, the dashing heir of an aluminum empire.
Michael Azzolino, director of original series at Netflix, said: “We are incredibly proud to announce our first Russian series with 1-2-3 Production. The talented team of writers, directors and producers have crafted an imaginative and immersive series. We are excited to help bring their vision for this much-admired story to our members in Russia and the world.”