Rape (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1971, Rape is a drama and crime film directed by Anja Breien, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. It's winter in a suburb. A housewife is brutally raped. A young woman becomes a victim of attempted rape. The Police tighten noose on Anders, a young road worker who was seen on the site in both cases. The two women think they recognize him in the lineup, and police investigators use all their strength to solve the case. Anders is a common and simple individual. He could be any youth. The meeting with the ongoing investigation and the solid judiciary, forces him out of a seemingly monotonous, habitual life and forces him to react and think.
Who’s in it. Rape stars Svein Sturla Hungnes as Anders Bakken, Anne Marie Ottersen as Wilhelmine Hansen, Liv Thorsen as Rita and Per Carlson as Aktor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Rape 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 Rape page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rape tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rape (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rape worth watching?
- Rape holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rape?
- Rape stars Svein Sturla Hungnes, Anne Marie Ottersen, Liv Thorsen, Per Carlson and Olav Hestenes.
- When was Rape released?
- Rape was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.