Hellsinki (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2009, Hellsinki is an action, drama and crime film directed by Aleksi Mäkelä, running about 133 minutes. “Happiness, jail or the grave?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the mid-1960s, three small-time Finnish bootleggers seize control of their Helsinki neighborhood's black-market liquor business.
Who’s in it. Hellsinki stars Samuli Edelmann as Tomppa, Peter Franzén as Krisu, Pihla Viitala as Monika and Kari Hietalahti as Kari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Hellsinki 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 Hellsinki page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hellsinki tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hellsinki (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hellsinki change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hellsinki worth watching?
- Hellsinki holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hellsinki?
- Hellsinki stars Samuli Edelmann, Peter Franzén, Pihla Viitala, Kari Hietalahti and Juha Veijonen.
- When was Hellsinki released?
- Hellsinki was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 133 minutes.