Hamsun (1997)
Norwegian biographical film directed by Jan Troell
Film facts
- Runtime
- 2h 39m 159 min
- Released
- 6 August 1997
- Language
- Norwegian
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
Hamsun has a runtime of 2 hours 39 minutes (159 min). The Norwegian film released on 6 August 1997. It is directed by Jan Troell and stars Max von Sydow, Ghita Nørby and Edgar Selge.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Jan Troell
- Cast
- Max von Sydow, Ghita Nørby, Edgar Selge, Jesper Christensen, Anette Hoff, Sverre Anker Ousdal, Erik Hivju, Ernst Jacobi, Svein Erik Brodal, Per Jansen, Eindride Eidsvold, Gard B. Eidsvold
- Cinematography
- Jan Troell, Mischa Gavrjusjov
- Editing
- Jan Troell, Ghita Beckendorff
- Written by
- Jan Troell, Per Olov Enquist
- Produced by
- Erik Crone
- Production
- Sveriges Television, Nordisk Film, TV 2 Danmark, Merkur Film
- Distribution
- Nordisk Film, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Set in
- Norway
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 6 August 1997
- First shown
- 19 April 1996 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Hamsun?
Hamsun has a runtime of 2 hours 39 minutes, or 159 min.
When did Hamsun release?
Hamsun released on 6 August 1997.
Who directed Hamsun?
Hamsun is directed by Jan Troell.
Who is in the cast of Hamsun?
The cast of Hamsun includes Max von Sydow, Ghita Nørby, Edgar Selge, Jesper Christensen, Anette Hoff and Sverre Anker Ousdal.
Where can I watch Hamsun online?
Hamsun streams on Netflix.
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