Stepan Ivanovich Krylov (1910–1998) was a Soviet and Russian actor, known for his long and prolific career as a character actor. After graduating from the Leningrad Institute of Performing Arts, he began working regularly for the Lenfilm film studio, becoming a familiar face in Soviet cinema. Specializing in the roles of common men, soldiers, workers, and peasants, Krylov appeared in over one hundred films, collaborating with internationally renowned directors. His most significant performances include roles in iconic films such as Sergei Eisenstein's *Alexander Nevsky* (1938), Mikhail Kalatozov's *The Cranes Are Flying* (1957), and Andrei Tarkovsky's *Andrei Rublev* (1966). For his significant contribution to the art of cinema, in 1969 he was awarded the prestigious title of Honored Artist of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic (RSFSR). His career, spanning over fifty years, established him as a constant and respected figure in the cinema of his time.