Devil’s Island (1996): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1996 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1996, Devil’s Island is a komödie and drama film directed by Friðrik Þór Friðriksson, running about 104 minutes. “Djöflaeyjan - Die Teufelsinsel” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Irgendwo am Rande von Reykjavik: Hier liegt das Camp Thule, im Zweiten Weltkrieg errichtet für die amerikanischen Besatzungssoldaten. In den 50-er Jahren verlassen die Amerikaner ihre Wohnstätten und räumen das Feld für obdachlose Familien. Hier entwickelt sich ein isländischer Mikrokosmos, der groteske Züge annimmt. Für Festländer die Entdeckung der Banalität des Dramatischen.
Who’s in it. Devil’s Island stars Baltasar Kormákur as Baddi, Sigurveig Jónsdóttir as Karolina, Gísli Halldórsson as Thomas and Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir as Dolly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Devil’s Island 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 Devil’s Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of Devil’s Island tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Das Leben ist schön and Fight Club.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Devil’s Island (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Devil’s Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Devil’s Island worth watching?
- Devil’s Island holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy komödie and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Devil’s Island?
- Devil’s Island stars Baltasar Kormákur, Sigurveig Jónsdóttir, Gísli Halldórsson, Halldóra Geirharðsdóttir and Sveinn Þórir Geirsson.
- When was Devil’s Island released?
- Devil’s Island was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.