Risto (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2011, Risto is a comedy film directed by Tuomas Summanen, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. The beloved actor Risto (Risto Kaskilahti) gets paralyzed - quadriplegiac - in a studio accident. The accident brings him massive financial compensation and a flood of sympathy. Suddenly there is money for everything that Risto's young and beautiful wife (Krista Kosonen) has always wanted. She gives up her boring job and becomes an artist.
Who’s in it. Risto stars Risto Kaskilahti as Risto, Krista Kosonen as Anna, Aku Hirviniemi as Pasi Happonen and Elena Leeve as Inka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Risto has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Risto page.
If you liked it. Fans of Risto tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Risto (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Risto change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Risto worth watching?
- Risto holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Risto?
- Risto stars Risto Kaskilahti, Krista Kosonen, Aku Hirviniemi, Elena Leeve and Jarkko Niemi.
- When was Risto released?
- Risto was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.