The Father (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, The Father is a drama and tv movie film directed by Bo Widerberg, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. A charged power struggle between spouses. A tug of war to the death of an only child as ends and means. From an August Strindberg play.
Who’s in it. The Father stars Thommy Berggren as Ryttmästaren, Ewa Fröling as Laura, Melinda Kinnaman as Bertha and Majlis Granlund as Amman, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Father page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Father tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Father (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Father change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Father?
- The Father stars Thommy Berggren, Ewa Fröling, Melinda Kinnaman, Majlis Granlund and Börje Ahlstedt.