The Despair (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2019, The Despair is a drama film directed by Kārlis Lesiņš, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Unable to deal with a personal crisis, Gatis is struggling with depression. He feels like he is burning out. By accident he ends up in a strange cult-type therapy group that seems to trigger his self healing process, though it feels like he is losing his sanity. Is he healing or going insane?
Who’s in it. The Despair stars Kaspars Zāle, Alise Danovska, Vita Vārpiņa and Kaspars Gods, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Despair 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 The Despair page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Despair tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Despair (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Despair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Despair worth watching?
- The Despair holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Despair?
- The Despair stars Kaspars Zāle, Alise Danovska, Vita Vārpiņa, Kaspars Gods and Līga Zeļģe.
- When was The Despair released?
- The Despair was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.