Skyscraper (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2011, Skyscraper is a comedy and drama film directed by Rune Schjøtt, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Jon is 17. He lives in the midst of a claustrophobic world which once seemed destined to become a seething metropolis of high-rise tower blocks and intersections until one day an absurd traffic accident occurs. At the time, Jon was made responsible. He had just turned nine years of age. Ever since, Jon’s father has anxiously watched over Jon’s development. But then one day Jon’s desire is awakened by a girl and, all at once, his oppressive environment begins to change.
Who’s in it. Skyscraper stars Lukas Schwarz Thorsteinsson as Jon, Marta Holm as Edith, Morten Suurballe as Farmand and Lucas Schultz as Ben, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Skyscraper has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Skyscraper page.
If you liked it. Fans of Skyscraper tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Skyscraper (2011)?
- In GB, Skyscraper is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Skyscraper worth watching?
- Skyscraper holds an audience score of 5.4 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 Skyscraper?
- Skyscraper stars Lukas Schwarz Thorsteinsson, Marta Holm, Morten Suurballe, Lucas Schultz and Rikke Louise Andersson.
- When was Skyscraper released?
- Skyscraper was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.