Sweet Track (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 3.8

Sweet Track poster

Released in 1997, Sweet Track is a comedy and drama film directed by Júlíus Kemp, running about 90 minutes. “Sometimes nowhere is the only place you wanna be” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In search of kicks in Reykjavik in the year 2000, a pretty teenager, Stella, teams up with a handsome alcoholic, Robbi, and in a stolen car careers through Iceland with unexpected and bizarre consequences.

Who’s in it. Sweet Track stars Páll Banine as Robbi, Þóra Dungal as Stella, Finni Johannsson as Úlfur and Jón Gnarr as Crazy Radio Caller, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Sweet Track has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Sweet Track tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sweet Track (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sweet Track change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sweet Track worth watching?
Sweet Track holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sweet Track?
Sweet Track stars Páll Banine, Þóra Dungal, Finni Johannsson, Jón Gnarr and Sigurjón Kjartansson.
When was Sweet Track released?
Sweet Track was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.