The Watermelon (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2006, The Watermelon is a comedy and drama film directed by Gorki Glaser-Müller, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. Christmas 1978, Sweden. A Chilean father spends his family's last money on a watermelon. But the excitement is brief when the melon doesn't live up to the expectations. The family peace is now ruined, turning their world literally upside-down in this absurd and tragicomic story.
Who’s in it. The Watermelon stars Claudio Salgado as Alberto, Pamela Cortes Bruna as Helena, Yoselainne Guajardo as Ilda and Matias Bravo as Juan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Watermelon 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 Watermelon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Watermelon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Watermelon (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Watermelon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Watermelon worth watching?
- The Watermelon holds an audience score of 6.0 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 The Watermelon?
- The Watermelon stars Claudio Salgado, Pamela Cortes Bruna, Yoselainne Guajardo, Matias Bravo and Filippa Glaser-Bernhardson.
- When was The Watermelon released?
- The Watermelon was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.