The Serious Game (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1945, The Serious Game is a drama film directed by Rune Carlsten, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Arvid share the love with a young woman named Lydia, but as is customary at the turn of the century, is not love enough for a fairy tale to come true. While Arvid struggling to create the basis for their existence, Lydia's thirst for the good life leads her to marrying an older wealthy man.
Who’s in it. The Serious Game stars John Ekman as Anders Stille, hennes far, Viveca Lindfors as Lydia Stille, Olof Widgren as Arvid Stjärnblom and Åke Claesson as Roslin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Serious Game has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Serious Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Serious Game tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Serious Game (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Serious Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Serious Game worth watching?
- The Serious Game holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Serious Game?
- The Serious Game stars John Ekman, Viveca Lindfors, Olof Widgren, Åke Claesson and Eva Dahlbeck.
- When was The Serious Game released?
- The Serious Game was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.