The Disciple (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2013, The Disciple is a thriller and drama film directed by Ulrika Bengts, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. The Disciple is set in the summer of 1939, when 13-year-old Karl arrives in the Åland Islands in the Baltic Sea to work as lighthouse master Hasselbond’s assistant. Hasselbond, however, turns him down because of his young age. Karl struggles desperately to stay on and makes friends with Hasselbond’s oppressed son, Gustaf, but their friendship changes to rivalry and hate when Hasselbond starts to favor Karl over his own son.
Who’s in it. The Disciple stars Erik Enge as Karl Berg, Patrik Kumpulainen as Gustaf Hasselbond, Niklas Groundstroem as Majakkamestari Hasselbond and Amanda Ooms as Dorrit Hasselbond, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Disciple 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 Disciple page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Disciple tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Disciple (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Disciple change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Disciple worth watching?
- The Disciple holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Disciple?
- The Disciple stars Erik Enge, Patrik Kumpulainen, Niklas Groundstroem, Amanda Ooms and Ping Mon H. Wallén.
- When was The Disciple released?
- The Disciple was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.