The Mad Empress

2025Movie

59
DecentGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, quirky comedy movie about fantasy and history.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

St. Petersburg. Friends Lera, Valya, and Olya perform a mystical ritual for fun, and suddenly Catherine the Great herself materializes in the kitchen amidst the candles. The crowned empress quickly embraces the 21st century: she tries cappuccino, searches for the "Kareta" fare on a taxi app, and that night, she discovers a dance floor with a bang. The friends are delighted, until they notice that reality around them is beginning to shift.

Feels like

  • Fish-Out-of-Water Comedy
  • Historical Fantasy
  • Friendship Bond
  • Modern vs. Imperial Clash
  • Lighthearted & Whimsical
  • Cultural Satire
  • Magical Realism
  • Feel-Good Atmosphere
  • Character-Driven Humor

Crew

Directed by
Radda Novikova

Everyone

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Facts

December 4, 2025 · Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy · Russian

Released
December 4, 2025
Genres
Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy
Original language
Russian
Made in
Russia
Box office
$444,877

Q&A

5 questions, like "Is The Mad Empress worth watching?"

Questions about The Mad Empress

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Mad Empress worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59 (IMDb 5.2).

Is The Mad Empress okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will The Mad Empress make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly situational comedy (9 of 10) and absurd humor (8 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Mad Empress?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 3 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.

Is The Mad Empress in English?

Russian

No, it was made in Russian.