5 most successful Ukrainian films going global in 2025
Ukrainian films the world is talking about (scene from the movie "Dovbush")
Ukrainian cinema is increasingly stepping onto the global stage. There are already films that have not only won awards but have truly been recognized in Europe and the United States. Here are five Ukrainian films that have become popular not only within the country but also abroad.
20 Days in Mariupol
This documentary has already gone down in history, as it received an Oscar in the category "Best Documentary Feature Film." It was screened in cinemas across many countries. Footage from the besieged Mariupol spread around the globe, and Mstyslav Chernov's narrative became an emotional shield of Ukrainian truth for the entire world.
Dovbush
The historical action film about the legendary rebel did not become a festival favorite but earned a solid box office take compared to other recent Ukrainian films. It was shown in Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Lithuania, Estonia, Canada, and at events in the United States, particularly for the Ukrainian diaspora. More than 20 countries purchased the rights to screen it, making the film widely known.
Klondike
Director Maryna Er Gorbach depicted the tragedy of Donbas through the personal story of a woman living near the Russian border in 2014. A profound and historically significant film, it was shown in many countries and was made available on multiple platforms, including Apple TV and Amazon.
Pamfir
Dmytro Sukholytkyy-Sobchuk's powerful debut work premiered in the Cannes Film Festival's program. The film was featured at over 30 international festivals, from Canada and France to Switzerland, Poland, Germany, and the USA. Its storyline leaves few indifferent.
My Thoughts Are Silent
It is an intimate, touching, and at times grotesque film that became a discovery for international audiences. It was shown in the USA and many other European countries. It's a simple, funny, and somewhat sad story about the relationship between a mother and son, which is easy to relate to—and that's why it wins hearts.
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