Spring Tide (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 4.7

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Released in 1990, Spring Tide is a comedy and drama film directed by Eddie Thomas Petersen, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. Franco lives in a rough part of Copenhagen. His hooker mother has little time for him. Franco drifts into a life of crime, repeatedly confronting the authorities. To give him a new start, he’s placed in a foster home far away from Copenhagen. His new family greets him with warm hospitality. There’s also the beautiful countryside and, last but not least, the teen-aged daughter

Who’s in it. Spring Tide stars Jesper Gredeli Jensen as Franco, Trine Dyrholm as Pauline, Kirsten Olesen as Paulines mor and Peter Schrøder as Paulines far, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Spring Tide has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Spring Tide page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Spring Tide (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Spring Tide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Spring Tide worth watching?
Spring Tide holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Spring Tide?
Spring Tide stars Jesper Gredeli Jensen, Trine Dyrholm, Kirsten Olesen, Peter Schrøder and Jannie Faurschou.
When was Spring Tide released?
Spring Tide was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.