The Lake (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1999, The Lake is a thriller and crime film directed by Hans Åke Gabrielsson, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A thriller set in a Swedish village. Lisa comes back from London to sell a house left to her by her father. He mysteriously disappeared in the forest in the winter and is presumed dead in an accident. Lisa suspects there is more to the story as her father was disliked in the village. The old hunting lodge by the lake hides a secret. When Lisa starts her search for the truth painful facts about her father, herself and the village will be revealed.
Who’s in it. The Lake stars Regina Lund as Lisa, Mikael Rundquist as Lasse, Fredrik Hammar as Kurt and Björn Gedda as Sven, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, The Lake has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lake page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lake tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lake (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lake worth watching?
- The Lake holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lake?
- The Lake stars Regina Lund, Mikael Rundquist, Fredrik Hammar, Björn Gedda and Maria Lundqvist.
- When was The Lake released?
- The Lake was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.