Peer Gynt (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film
Released in 2008, Peer Gynt is a music film directed by Andy Sommer, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. A dramatic, energetic adaptation of Heinz Spoerli's ballet based on Grieg's Peer Gynt by the Zurich ballet. Marijn Rademaker is excellent as the title character, clearly telegraphing the emotional range required. Each of the characters and the dramatic scenes are supported by the orchestral passages and songs provided by Grieg; some spoken word passages extracted from the Ibsen play.
Who’s in it. Peer Gynt stars Marijn Rademaker as Peer Gynt, Philipp Schepmann as Peer Gynt, Yen Han as Solveig and Ana Carolina Quaresma as Åse.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Peer Gynt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Peer Gynt tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Peer Gynt (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Peer Gynt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Peer Gynt?
- Peer Gynt stars Marijn Rademaker, Philipp Schepmann, Yen Han and Ana Carolina Quaresma.
- When was Peer Gynt released?
- Peer Gynt was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.