Legend No. 17

A 2013 sports drama directed by Nikolay Lebedev, based on true events. The film tells the story of the rise of legendary Soviet ice hockey player Valeri Kharlamov (Danila Kozlovsky) and his journey to greatness. From his early dreams of playing hockey to overcoming challenges in lower leagues, Kharlamov earns a place in the Soviet national team under the strict but brilliant coach Anatoli Tarasov (Oleg Menshikov). The story reaches its climax during the 1972 Summit Series against the Canadian team, where Kharlamov becomes a symbol of Soviet hockey's strength and determination. The film highlights not only his sports achievements but also his personal struggles, relationships with family, coaches, and teammates.