The Empresses

Catherine the Great (Russian: Екатерина Великая) is a 2025 Russian historical documentary film directed by Morad Abdel-Fattakh about the reign of one of Russia's most celebrated empresses, Catherine II; the third film in the Rus' franchise. The role of Catherine II was played by three actresses: Anna Mikhalkova, Olga Lerman and Nina Kucheruk. It was released on February 20, 2025, by Central Partnership.