Mikhail Astangov was an American actor known for his remarkable performances in theater and film. He is best recognized for his roles in “Cyrano de Bergerac,” “Hamlet,” and various Soviet war dramas.
Personal and Family Life
Mikhail Astangov, born Mikhail Fyodorovich Ruzhnikov, came into the world on November 3, 1900, in Warsaw, which was part of the Russian Empire at the time. His father worked with the Imperial Russian railroad. Throughout his life, he was married to Elena Adamaytis-Astangova, but their relationship ended in divorce. His work in acting began in 1920 with the Theatrical Studio of Feodor Chaliapin Sr.
Career
Astangov’s career took off as he performed in various cities including Leningrad and Odessa from 1923 to 1930. His significant contribution was with the Vakhtangov Theatre in Moscow from 1945 until his death in 1965. He was recognized as a People’s Actor of the USSR in 1955 and was honored with three Stalin prizes for his outstanding roles in Soviet war dramas.
Death and Legacy
Mikhail Astangov passed away on April 20, 1965, in Moscow due to complications from appendicitis. He left behind a legacy as a legendary stage actor, remembered for his captivating performances. Astangov was laid to rest in the Convent Cemetery of Donskoy Monastery in Moscow, where his contributions to the arts continue to be celebrated.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Садко | 1953-01-05 | Maharaja |
| Княжна Мери | 1955-08-15 | Werner – doctor |
| Гиперболоид инженера Гарина | 1965-01-01 | Mr. Rolling |
| Сталинградская битва | 1949-11-11 | Adolf Hitler |
| Пятнадцатилетний капитан | 1945-06-06 | Негоро |
| Убийцы выходят на дорогу | 1942-01-01 | |
| Конвейер смерти | 1933-11-06 | |
| Тайна вечной ночи | 1956-04-13 | |
| Третий удар | 1948-04-26 | General Erwin Jaenecke |
| Минин и Пожарский | 1939-11-03 | King Sigismund |
| Русский вопрос | 1948-03-08 | MacPherson |
| Котовский | 1943-01-07 | Knyaz Karakozen / Yego syn (as M. Astangov) |
| Мечта | 1943-09-13 | Stanislav Komorovsky |
| Секретарь райкома | 1942-11-30 | Col. Makenau |
| Суворов | 1941-01-23 | Count Aleksandr Andreyevich Arakcheyev (as M. Astangov) |
| Максимка | 1952-06-19 | Captain of the slave ship |
| Семья Оппенгейм | 1939-01-02 | |
| Юный Фриц | 1943-11-23 | Teacher |
| Весенний поток | 1940-12-29 | Grushin |
| У них есть Родина | 1949-04-29 | |
| Zaklyuchonnye | 1936-12-10 | Kostya |
| Иду на грозу | 1965-11-15 | Golitsyn |
| Миклухо-Маклай | 1947-11-03 | Brandler – Doctor |
| Заключенные | 1936-01-01 | Костя-капитан |
| Мексиканец | 1956-04-13 | Kelly |
| Крутые ступени | 1957-07-25 | Proskov |