Twist and Shout (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1984, Twist and Shout is a comedy and drama film directed by Bille August, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Danish teens come of age in 1963. Bjorn and Erik are close friends. Bjorn is pursued by Kirsten, a future Stepford wife, but he falls for Anna, who initiates him into love and sex. Erik is somber, caring for his home-bound mentally-ill mother while his strict father rules his life. He desires Kirsten, but she's unattainable. Pregnancy, a horrific abortion, an engagement party, and a revelation about the rectitude of Erik's father lead to a climax: Bjorn and Erik must stand up to controlling adults.
Who’s in it. Twist and Shout stars Adam Tønsberg as Bjørn, Lars Simonsen as Erik, Camilla Søeberg as Anna and Ulrikke Bondo as Kirsten, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Twist and Shout 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 Twist and Shout page.
If you liked it. Fans of Twist and Shout tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Twist and Shout (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Twist and Shout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Twist and Shout worth watching?
- Twist and Shout holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Twist and Shout?
- Twist and Shout stars Adam Tønsberg, Lars Simonsen, Camilla Søeberg, Ulrikke Bondo and Lone Lindorff.
- When was Twist and Shout released?
- Twist and Shout was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.