The Unknown Soldier (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1985, The Unknown Soldier is a drama and war film directed by Rauni Mollberg, running about 198 minutes.
What it’s about. Second silver screen adaption of the Finnish war book by Väinö Linna. The story is based on Linna's experiences as an infantry man in the Finnish army during the so called "Continuation War" (1941-1944).
Who’s in it. The Unknown Soldier stars Risto Tuorila as Koskela, Pirkka-Pekka Petelius as Hietanen, Paavo Liski as Rokka and Mika Mäkelä as Rahikainen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Unknown Soldier 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 Unknown Soldier page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Unknown Soldier tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Unknown Soldier (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Unknown Soldier change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Unknown Soldier worth watching?
- The Unknown Soldier holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Unknown Soldier?
- The Unknown Soldier stars Risto Tuorila, Pirkka-Pekka Petelius, Paavo Liski, Mika Mäkelä and Pertti Koivula.
- When was The Unknown Soldier released?
- The Unknown Soldier was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 198 minutes.