Sysmäläinen (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1938, Sysmäläinen is a comedy and history film directed by Valentin Vaala, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. In 17th century Finland young Arvid is forced to marry Brita but their ways soon part when their respective fathers move to different places. Years roll by and Arvid grows up into a handsome and respected Thirty Years' War veteran known for his excellent fencing skills. However, he has fallen madly in love with a local maiden who does not reciprocate his advances, not to mention that his forced marriage to Brita is still valid.
Who’s in it. Sysmäläinen stars Olavi Reimas as Arvid Tandefelt, Sirkka Sari as Brita Ekestubbe, Vilho Auvinen as Haavuri-Kustaa and Kerttu Salmi as Johanna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Sysmäläinen has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sysmäläinen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sysmäläinen tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sysmäläinen (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sysmäläinen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sysmäläinen worth watching?
- Sysmäläinen holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sysmäläinen?
- Sysmäläinen stars Olavi Reimas, Sirkka Sari, Vilho Auvinen, Kerttu Salmi and Uuno Laakso.
- When was Sysmäläinen released?
- Sysmäläinen was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.