The Midday Ferry (1967): cast, story & where to watch

1967 · Film · ★ 5.4

The Midday Ferry poster

Released in 1967, The Midday Ferry is a comedy and drama film directed by Kaljo Kiisk, running about 75 minutes.

What it’s about. The events take place in Estonia in a summer in the 1960s. The Boy and the Girl want to go from mainland Estonia to the island of Saaremaa, but they do not have any money to buy the ticket to the ferry. They manage to hide themselves into a lorry that carries hay. Because they are smoking while they are on the lorry, a fire breaks out. The problem is, that the ferry in the middle of the sea.

Who’s in it. The Midday Ferry stars Enn Kraam as Boy, Kersti Gern as Girl, Ada Lundver as Hairdresser Leili and Eino Tamberg as Artur, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Midday Ferry 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 Midday Ferry page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Midday Ferry tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Midday Ferry (1967)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Midday Ferry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Midday Ferry worth watching?
The Midday Ferry holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Midday Ferry?
The Midday Ferry stars Enn Kraam, Kersti Gern, Ada Lundver, Eino Tamberg and Uno Loit.
When was The Midday Ferry released?
The Midday Ferry was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.