New Amsterdam (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 2017, New Amsterdam is a history film directed by Edson Soares, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. The arrival of the West Indian Companies to Natal in the XVII century is just the beginning of this violent story that pushes Bernarda and her family to run away from the city and from the invasion. In the Potengi Mill she meets the foreman's son Rafael and they immediately discover a passionate love. It will give them the force to try to survive during those violent years triggered by Jacob Rabbí, a German assigned by Prince John Maurice of Nassau to command the conquest.
Who’s in it. New Amsterdam stars Leonardo Miggiorin as Rafael, Anselmo Vasconcelos as Rabbi Jacob, Paulo César Peréio as Francisco Coelho and Marcélia Cartaxo as Francisco Coelho's Wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, New Amsterdam sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch New Amsterdam page.
If you liked it. Fans of New Amsterdam tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch New Amsterdam (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for New Amsterdam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is New Amsterdam worth watching?
- New Amsterdam holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in New Amsterdam?
- New Amsterdam stars Leonardo Miggiorin, Anselmo Vasconcelos, Paulo César Peréio, Marcélia Cartaxo and Joana Fomm.
- When was New Amsterdam released?
- New Amsterdam was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.