Midsummer (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 2003, Midsummer is a thriller, drama, horror and mystery film directed by Carsten Myllerup, running about 94 minutes. “Everyone has a past. Some have a future.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. It is the last day of school for Christian and his younger sister Sophie. They are heading to a party at his friend Trina. High school graduation is just around the corner and after the freedom and future. But behind the idyllic facade lurks tragedy and secrets. That evening Sophie commits suicide.

Who’s in it. Midsummer stars Kristian Leth as Christian, Laura Christensen as Trine, Jon Lange as Mark and Nicolai Jandorf Klok as Jannick, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Midsummer has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midsummer page.

If you liked it. Fans of Midsummer tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Midsummer (2003)?
In US, Midsummer is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Midsummer worth watching?
Midsummer holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Midsummer?
Midsummer stars Kristian Leth, Laura Christensen, Jon Lange, Nicolai Jandorf Klok and Julie R. Ølgaard.
When was Midsummer released?
Midsummer was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.