The comedy was filmed in Moscow, Rybinsk, on the Volga, in Pyatigorsk, Yalta, Yessentuki, and Batumi. All these cities made the film diverse and showed how the characters visited various corners of the country — from Moscow to Batumi. Rybinsk played Stargorod, Pyatigorsk the «failure», and Yalta and Batumi added southern flavor to make it clear: the heroes' lives are full of adventures and escapades.

Filming Locations:

Streets of Stargorod

In the Movie

The scene where the acquaintance with Ostap takes place on the streets of the colorful little Stargorod, which is bustling with activity and many shops. From the first minutes, we hear the already familiar, iconic phrases of the main character. Our adventurer tries on a new role to mislead the unfortunate merchant.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in Rybinsk, which played the role of a small provincial town – its architecture and compact buildings perfectly fit the image of this place. Cozy streets and old houses ideally conveyed the atmosphere of Stargorod, and the local flavor became an excellent backdrop for the comical and somewhat absurd events happening to the characters. Rybinsk turned out to be a real «frame» find for the film, adding that very provincial charm so important for the plot.

Madame Gritsatsuyeva's House

In the Movie

The scene where Kisа and Ostap visit Madame Gritsatsuyeva's house. Naturally, not just like that, but under the guise of a sanitary inspection. So it's hard to call them welcome guests. But, of course, with such visitors one must be polite and courteous, especially when Ostap (oh, the sanitary inspector) turns on his charm at full power.

In Reality

The scene was filmed Madame Gritsatsuyeva's house is a charming mansion in the already beloved Rybinsk. Unfortunately, at the moment this building is in a dilapidated state. On the other hand, readers have the opportunity to purchase this property and become the owner of a delightful establishment – «Bukolei» already with your surname.

Dormitory Named After Monk Berthold Schwartz

In the Movie

The scene where Exactly at 11 o'clock Moscow time, our friends arrive in the capital. How good that Ostap has his «good people» everywhere who can shelter him in a place that may not be the most luxurious, sometimes even resembling a feudal settlement, but cozy. As they say, in cramped quarters but not offended.

In Reality

The scene was filmed Here the dormitory was played by a building on Starokonyushenny Lane in Moscow. This building, unfortunately, was destroyed by fire. The exterior was restored, but inside it is now empty and sad. Again, opportunities are open!