The Violin Player (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2018, The Violin Player is a drama and romance film directed by Paavo Westerberg, running about 125 minutes. “What if you lost what you love most?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A celebrated violin player, Karin, has to end her stellar career after a car accident makes her fingers stop working their magic. She starts teaching students who are twenty years younger than her, only to find herself falling in love with Antti, one of her students. They are not an easy match, both being passionate about the music and overly ambitious about their careers.
Who’s in it. The Violin Player stars Olavi Uusivirta as Antti, Kim Bodnia as Björn Darren, Samuli Edelmann as Jaakko and Matleena Kuusniemi as Karin Nordström, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Violin Player 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 Violin Player page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Violin Player tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Violin Player (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Violin Player change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Violin Player worth watching?
- The Violin Player holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Violin Player?
- The Violin Player stars Olavi Uusivirta, Kim Bodnia, Samuli Edelmann, Matleena Kuusniemi and Misa Lommi.
- When was The Violin Player released?
- The Violin Player was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.