Closed Ward (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1972, Closed Ward is a drama film directed by Arnljot Berg, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. This black-and-white Norwegian film is a great rarity: a film with comic elements set in a mental ward which does not overstep the bounds of common sense or good taste.
Who’s in it. Closed Ward stars Roy Bjørnstad as Vestfold, Carsten Byhring as Vålerenga, Frimann Falck Clausen as Paul Paulus and Vegard Hall as Gamlingen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Closed Ward 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 Closed Ward page.
If you liked it. Fans of Closed Ward tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Closed Ward (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Closed Ward change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Closed Ward worth watching?
- Closed Ward holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Closed Ward?
- Closed Ward stars Roy Bjørnstad, Carsten Byhring, Frimann Falck Clausen, Vegard Hall and Erik Hivju.
- When was Closed Ward released?
- Closed Ward was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.