The Activists (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1939, The Activists is a drama and history film directed by Risto Orko, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1916, Finland is still a part of Russian Empire. Eugen Schauman murders the governor of Finland, and his fellow activists take on smaller tasks in the fight for freedom.
Who’s in it. The Activists stars Helena Kara as Marja Niskanen, Tuulikki Paananen as Katjushka Danilova, Uuno Laakso as Värväri-Ville and Ville Salminen as Sergei Vasiljev, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Activists 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 Activists page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Activists tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Activists (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Activists change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Activists worth watching?
- The Activists holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Activists?
- The Activists stars Helena Kara, Tuulikki Paananen, Uuno Laakso, Ville Salminen and Tauno Majuri.
- When was The Activists released?
- The Activists was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.