The Surrender (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 2

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Released in 2014, The Surrender is a thriller and romance film directed by Paul Ruven, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. The Surrender is a romantic erotic film based on the novel The surrender of Floor by Renee Amstel. A critic called the novel: "the Dutch answer to the Fifty Shades of Grey hype". Eva is a pretty young woman. She works in a cafe and her dream is to be a singer. One day, the famous actor Tim asks if she wants to play with him in a movie. There is no script, only the romantic erotic novel The Surrender Of Floor. Does she want to see with him how they can play the two characters in the book? That is the beginning of their tempestuous relationship, in which they are trying to be honest to their own secret fantasies and go beyond their limits. How far do they go in love?

Who’s in it. The Surrender stars Rick Engelkes, Sheena Tchai, Dave Mantel and Carly Wijs, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Surrender 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 Surrender page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Surrender tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Surrender (2014)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Surrender change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Surrender worth watching?
The Surrender holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Surrender?
The Surrender stars Rick Engelkes, Sheena Tchai, Dave Mantel, Carly Wijs and Ellen ten Damme.
When was The Surrender released?
The Surrender was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.