In the work of A.I. Blinova examines the history of the creative biography of V.S. Vysotsky on the screen, its features. Based on a detailed analysis of the screen roles of Vladimir Vysotsky, the author explores the progressive process of his acting formation - from the first, episodic to the main, large-scale, powerful images. The book uses excerpts from the letters of Vladimir Vysotsky, the stories of his friends and colleagues.