Family (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 8.8
Released in 2001, Family is a comedy and drama film directed by Willem van de Sande Bakhuyzen, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Mother is dying and invites her family to spend a few days in a chalet in Austria. In the isolation of the snow-covered mountains, old wounds are reopened and the family ties crumble steadily through quarrels and irritations.
Who’s in it. Family stars Petra Laseur as Els, Bram van der Vlugt as Jan, Marisa Van Eyle as Bibi and Anneke Blok as Sandra, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.8/10, Family sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of Family tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Family (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Family worth watching?
- Family holds an audience score of 8.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Family?
- Family stars Petra Laseur, Bram van der Vlugt, Marisa Van Eyle, Anneke Blok and Mark Rietman.
- When was Family released?
- Family was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.