A Simple Case (Russian: Простой случай; Prostoy sloochay) is a 1932 Soviet film directed by Vsevolod Pudovkin and Mikhail Doller.

[1] Set after the end of the Russian Civil War, the story follows three close friends and former Red Army commanders—Langovoy, Zhyoltikov, and their elder comrade Uncle Sasha—who return to their hometown to serve in the military headquarters.

While Uncle Sasha and Zhyoltikov remain bachelors and share a room, Langovoy lives with his wife, Mashenka, whom he married during the war.

When Langovoy falls seriously ill, Mashenka's devotion shines as she spends sleepless nights nursing him back to health.

During her absence, Langovoy rescues a woman from an accident and becomes infatuated with her, leading to quiet disapproval from his friends.