Pelle the Conqueror (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1986, Pelle the Conqueror is a drama film directed by Christian Steinke, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. The end of the 19th century. A boat filled with Swedish emigrants comes to the Danish island of Bornholm. Among them are Lasse and his son Pelle who move to Denmark to find work. They find employment at a large farm, but are treated as the lowest form of life. Pelle starts to speak Danish but is still harassed as a foreigner. But none of them wants to give up their dream of finding a better life than the life they left in Sweden.
Who’s in it. Pelle the Conqueror stars Stefan Schrader as Pelle, Martin Trettau as Lasse, Klaus Manchen as Kongstrup and Karin Gregorek as Frau Kongstrup, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Pelle the Conqueror has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pelle the Conqueror page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pelle the Conqueror tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pelle the Conqueror (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pelle the Conqueror change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pelle the Conqueror worth watching?
- Pelle the Conqueror holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Pelle the Conqueror?
- Pelle the Conqueror stars Stefan Schrader, Martin Trettau, Klaus Manchen, Karin Gregorek and Walfriede Schmitt.
- When was Pelle the Conqueror released?
- Pelle the Conqueror was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.