The Penultimate (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film
Released in 2021, The Penultimate is a drama film directed by Jonas Kærup Hjort, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is a Kafkaesque tale of an insignificant Water Inspector who arrives at a giant remote building in order to register the residents’ water meters. Before he knows of it, he finds himself trapped inside the building facing an “Alice in NO-Wonderland”-like maze of obstacles. In his attempt to escape, perception of reality, the rational, and the remnants of his human existence is turned upside down.
Who’s in it. The Penultimate stars Joen Højerslev as Vandaflæseren, Joen Bille as Revisoren, Anne Fletting as Bruden and Malene Melsen as Den forpinte, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Penultimate page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Penultimate tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Penultimate (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Penultimate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Penultimate?
- The Penultimate stars Joen Højerslev, Joen Bille, Anne Fletting, Malene Melsen and Anders Plougman.
- When was The Penultimate released?
- The Penultimate was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.