The Butterfly Swing (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 2020, The Butterfly Swing is a comedy, drama and family film directed by Søren Kragh-Jacobsen, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. The story is centered on the stubborn farmer Ernst and his wife Louise who are celebrating their 50th anniversary with a traditional Danish gold wedding for friends and family. However, the family carries several secrets and Ernest holds on to the biggest one of them all. Through one long joyous, intoxicating, surprising, gripping and melancholic night, the truths creep out and the family is put to the ultimate test.
Who’s in it. The Butterfly Swing stars Jesper Christensen as Ernst, Karen-Lise Mynster as Louise, Mia Lyhne as Lis and Peder Thomas Pedersen as Lasse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Butterfly Swing has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Butterfly Swing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Butterfly Swing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Butterfly Swing (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Butterfly Swing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Butterfly Swing worth watching?
- The Butterfly Swing holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Butterfly Swing?
- The Butterfly Swing stars Jesper Christensen, Karen-Lise Mynster, Mia Lyhne, Peder Thomas Pedersen and Finn Nielsen.
- When was The Butterfly Swing released?
- The Butterfly Swing was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.