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Deadweight (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 2016, Deadweight is a drama film directed by Axel Koenzen, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. Ahti Ikonen is a reliable captain at the height of his career. He is in command of the 35,000-ton container vessel Brugge, which enters the port of Savannah/United States behind schedule. The loading of the ship commences in haste as the crew, led by the ambitious Romanian officer Katia, works by the piece so that they can sail in time. The Filipino seaman James has an accident during this semi- legal lashing procedure. Ahti has to face the consequences of his orders: In the port of Rotterdam/Netherlands unionized dockworkers exploit the incident and refuse to unload the ship. Standstill. The captain is caught between the frontlines. Ahti is keen to elucidate the accident, but the situation becomes more and more contradictory…

Who’s in it. Deadweight stars Tommi Korpela as Ahti Ikonen, Ema Vetean as Katia Martinescu, Archie Alemania as Chelito Sumulong and Frank Lammers as Eric van de Geijn, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Deadweight has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Deadweight page.

If you liked it. Fans of Deadweight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Deadweight (2016)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Deadweight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Deadweight worth watching?
Deadweight holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Deadweight?
Deadweight stars Tommi Korpela, Ema Vetean, Archie Alemania, Frank Lammers and Loes Luca.
When was Deadweight released?
Deadweight was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.