The Hypnotist (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2019, The Hypnotist is a history and documentary film directed by Arthur Franck, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1980, Finland’s most famous hypnotist Olavi Hakasalo, a.k.a Olliver Hawk, was put on trial. His mission in life had been to spread the gospel of the power of suggestion, and he was willing to risk everything to become a player of political influence on the big stage. But in the corridors of power, with a nation’s destiny at stake, an eccentric loudmouth sitting on too many secrets is considered a liability.
Who’s in it. The Hypnotist stars Olavi Hakasalo as Himself (archive footage), Juha Uutela as Olavi Hakasalo 1970-1988, Alejandro Ahumada as Olavi Hakasalo 1963-1968 and Anna-Maija Heinonen as Laila Hakasalo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Hypnotist has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hypnotist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hypnotist tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hypnotist (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Hypnotist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Hypnotist worth watching?
- The Hypnotist holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Hypnotist?
- The Hypnotist stars Olavi Hakasalo, Juha Uutela, Alejandro Ahumada, Anna-Maija Heinonen and Mervi Jaala.
- When was The Hypnotist released?
- The Hypnotist was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.