‘Russian Doll’ Season 1: Netflix Release Date, Cast, Plot & Trailer

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For a short month, Netflix is jam-packing February full of Original content. Arriving on the 1st of February is Russian Doll, the latest in a long line of Original comedy content on Netflix. Starring the ever charming Natasha Lyonne, we fully expect this series to be a smash hit. Here’s our guide to the first season of Netflix Original Russian Doll

Russian Doll is an American comedy series created by Amy Poehler, Natasha Lyonne, and Leslye Headland. The series was ordered by Netflix back in September of 2017 and is finally arriving on Netflix this February.

What is the plot of Russian Doll?

If you know the plot of Ground Hog Day or Happy Death Day, then you may know where the plot of Russian Doll is going.

New Yorker Nadia is the guest of honor at a party that she seemingly can’t escape. Dying in a multitude of ways, no matter how many times Nadia dies, she is always brought back to the same point at the party. Trying to figure out what’s going on, Nadia must try to survive while maintaining her sanity.


Who is in the cast of Russian Doll?

Role Actor/Actress Where have I seen/heard them before?
Nadia Natasha Lyonne Orange Is the New Black, American Pie, Detroit Rock City
Maxine Greta Lee Sisters, Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse, Money Monster
Ruth Elizabeth Ashley Stagecoach, Happiness, Ship of Fools
Lizzy Rebecca Henderson Manhunt: Unabomber, Mistress America, Rectify
Mike Jeremy Bobb Godless, Manhunt: Unabomber, Mosaic
TBC Charlie Barnett Tales of the City, Men in Black 3, Orange Is the New Black

Co-Creator Amy Poehler has not appeared in the cast list.


Will Amy Poehler have an appearance in Russian Doll?

As it says above Amy Poehler has not been listed as a cast member. If she is to make an appearance, the chances are it will just be a cameo.


Photos of Russian Doll


How many episodes are there for season one of Russian Doll?

Russian Doll will premiere with all of its eight episodes.


What is the run time for the episodes of Russian Doll?

As there are only 8 Episodes, we expect each episode to be between 45 to 60 minutes.


Is there a trailer for Russian Doll?

Yes! With its release not too far away, Netflix finally dropped a trailer.


When is the release date of Russian Doll?

The first season of Russian Doll will be available to stream worldwide starting on the 1st of February.


Can we expect a second season of Russian Doll?

The series hasn’t been listed as limited, so there is potential for a second season. News of a second season will arrive at a minimum of a month after the release of Russian Doll.

Will you be watching Russian Doll? Let us know in the comments below!

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Jacob joined What's on Netflix in 2018 as a fulltime writer having worked in numerous other industries until that point. Jacob covers all things Netflix whether that's TV or movies but specializes in covering new anime and K-dramas. Resides in Norwich in the United Kingdom.