The Last Czars May 2026

Russian viewers noted several misspellings in the Russian text shown on screen, including the word "Vodka".

The story is framed by the character of Anna Anderson , the most famous of the many women who claimed to be the Grand Duchess Anastasia. Production: Filmed primarily in Lithuania and Latvia. Historical Accuracy & Reception The Last Czars

Most notably, a scene set in 1905 shows the Red Square with Lenin’s Tomb , which wasn't built until 1924. Russian viewers noted several misspellings in the Russian

While praised for its "vivid and transporting" production value, the series faced criticism for several historical blunders: Historical Accuracy & Reception Most notably, a scene

Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes and The Guardian described it as tonally "bizarre" and "a surreal Wikipedia entry brought to life". Key Historical Themes Explored 'The Last Czars' Review: Deadly Delusions - WSJ

Covers 1894 (Nicholas II’s accession) to 1918 (the family's execution).