Alyosha Popovich and Tugarin the Serpent

A 2004 Russian animated film and the first installment in the "Three Bogatyrs" series. The young but inexperienced warrior Alyosha Popovich embarks on a journey to reclaim the treasure stolen from his hometown of Rostov by the evil bandit Tugarin the Serpent. Along the way, he is accompanied by the cunning old man Tikhon, a talking horse named Julius, and his fiancée Lyubava. Despite his clumsiness and mistakes, Alyosha proves his bravery and wit, showing that a true hero is not just about strength but also intelligence. The film is filled with humor, a dynamic storyline, and vibrant characters, capturing the spirit of a classic Russian fairy tale.