Gift from the Heart (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2014, Gift from the Heart is a comedy and romance film directed by Kees van Nieuwkerk, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Brothers Tom and Niek are running the family's costume rental store. Former soap star Tom doesn't take his job and his relationships very seriously. Niek on the other hand, is a workaholic, which recently led to a separation from his wife Karin. When the brothers are preparing for the busy holiday season, attractive Julia walks through the door with an offer they can't refuse: participating in a bold ad campaign that will rock Dutch holiday traditions to their core. Soon enough, Tom and Niek find themselves in a whirlwind of family issues, national cultural matters and love, after which neither of them will ever be the same.
Who’s in it. Gift from the Heart stars Chantal Janzen as Julia, Benja Bruijning as Tom, Fedja van Huêt as Niek and Halina Reijn as Karin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Gift from the Heart 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 Gift from the Heart page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gift from the Heart tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gift from the Heart (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gift from the Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gift from the Heart worth watching?
- Gift from the Heart holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gift from the Heart?
- Gift from the Heart stars Chantal Janzen, Benja Bruijning, Fedja van Huêt, Halina Reijn and Bram van der Vlugt.
- When was Gift from the Heart released?
- Gift from the Heart was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.