Laurin (1989): cast, story & where to watch

1989 · Film · ★ 5.5

Laurin poster

Released in 1989, Laurin is a fantasy, drama, horror and mystery film directed by Robert Sigl, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. In a small port town at the end of the 19th century children are disappearing. A mysterious man in black who stalks the town may be Death itself. And nine-year-old Laurin is suffering terrifying dreams and hallucinations of a man carrying a sack and frightened children calling for help from behind closed windows.

Who’s in it. Laurin stars Dóra Szinetár as Laurin, Brigitte Karner as Flora Andersen, Károly Eperjes as Van Rees and Hédi Temessy as Olga, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Laurin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Laurin page.

If you liked it. Fans of Laurin tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Laurin (1989)?
In US, Laurin is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Laurin worth watching?
Laurin holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Laurin?
Laurin stars Dóra Szinetár, Brigitte Karner, Károly Eperjes, Hédi Temessy and Barnabás Tóth.
When was Laurin released?
Laurin was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.