Gigantic (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 7.7

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Released in 1999, Gigantic is a comedy and drama film directed by Sebastian Schipper, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. The Hamburg friends Walter, Ricco and Floyd take each day as it comes between the estates of tower blocks and fast food restaurants. All three are in their early twenties and are dreaming of another life when Floyd suddenly takes a job on a freighter going to Singapore…

Who’s in it. Gigantic stars Frank Giering as Floyd, Florian Lukas as Ricco, Antoine Monot Jr. as Walter and Julia Hummer as Telsa, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Gigantic 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 Gigantic page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Gigantic (1999)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gigantic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Gigantic worth watching?
Gigantic holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Gigantic?
Gigantic stars Frank Giering, Florian Lukas, Antoine Monot Jr., Julia Hummer and Jochen Nickel.
When was Gigantic released?
Gigantic was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.