Marie Kroyer (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2012, Marie Kroyer is a drama film directed by Bille August, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Marie Krøyer is hailed as “the most beautiful woman in Europe” and leads a happy marriage life with her husband the great Danish painter P.S. Krøyer and an adorable daughter. However, not everything in her world is as perfect as it seems, and Marie’s life is crumbling as her dreams of a beloved wife, good mother and successful artist are unfulfilled. After hospitalizing her mentally ill husband Marie leaves for vacation, and in search for peace and comfort she finds herself falling in love with the young composer Hugo Alfven. Once again, internationally acclaimed Bille August exhibits the weaknesses of human beings in comparison to the ruthless nature. The grandeur scenery of deserted Scandinavian oceans speaks in volumes for the protagonists living in silence despite their lives being full of pains.
Who’s in it. Marie Kroyer stars Birgitte Hjort Sørensen as Marie Krøyer, Søren Sætter-Lassen as P.S. 'Søren' Krøyer, Sverrir Gudnason as Hugo Alfvén and Lene Maria Christensen as Anna Norrie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Marie Kroyer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Marie Kroyer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Marie Kroyer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Marie Kroyer (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Marie Kroyer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Marie Kroyer worth watching?
- Marie Kroyer holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Marie Kroyer?
- Marie Kroyer stars Birgitte Hjort Sørensen, Søren Sætter-Lassen, Sverrir Gudnason, Lene Maria Christensen and Tommy Kenter.
- When was Marie Kroyer released?
- Marie Kroyer was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.