Zappa (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1983, Zappa is a drama film directed by Bille August, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Denmark, 1961. Bjørn, a middle-class boy in his early teens, wants to be accepted by Steen, a bullying peer of his with wealthy but freezingly cold parents. Bjørn's other good friend is Mulle, a cheerful and more childish working-class boy. All three seem friends at first, but gradually Steen starts pushing Mulle away while pulling the impressionable Bjørn with him towards more and more violence.
Who’s in it. Zappa stars Adam Tønsberg as Bjørn, Morten Hoff, Peter Reichhardt and Lone Lindorff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Zappa has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zappa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Zappa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zappa (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zappa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Zappa worth watching?
- Zappa holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Zappa?
- Zappa stars Adam Tønsberg, Morten Hoff, Peter Reichhardt, Lone Lindorff and Arne Hansen.
- When was Zappa released?
- Zappa was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.