The Flying Dutchman (1995): cast, story & where to watch

1995 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1995, The Flying Dutchman is a comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Jos Stelling, running about 140 minutes.

What it’s about. Late 16th century, persecuted protestantism and general dissatisfaction with the Catholic Habsburg rule in the Netherlands lead to large-scale plundering and vandalizing of churches, only harshening the Spanish Inquisition, sparkling the Eighty Years War.

Who’s in it. The Flying Dutchman stars René Groothof as Hollander, Nino Manfredi as Campanelli, Veerle Dobbelaere as Lotte and René van 't Hof as Dwerg, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Flying Dutchman 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 The Flying Dutchman page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Flying Dutchman (1995)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flying Dutchman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Flying Dutchman worth watching?
The Flying Dutchman holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Flying Dutchman?
The Flying Dutchman stars René Groothof, Nino Manfredi, Veerle Dobbelaere, René van 't Hof and Willy Vandermeulen.
When was The Flying Dutchman released?
The Flying Dutchman was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.