The Classic (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2001, The Classic is a comedy and drama film directed by Kari Väänänen, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. A self-loving fictional autobiography of author Kari Hotakainen.
Who’s in it. The Classic stars Martti Suosalo as Kari Hotakainen, Janne Hyytiäinen as Pertti 'Pera' Kiilapää, Matti Onnismaa as Kartio and Pertti Sveholm as Vikström, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Classic 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 Classic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Classic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Classic (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Classic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Classic worth watching?
- The Classic holds an audience score of 6.7 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 The Classic?
- The Classic stars Martti Suosalo, Janne Hyytiäinen, Matti Onnismaa, Pertti Sveholm and Arvi Lind.
- When was The Classic released?
- The Classic was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.