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The Surfers Are Coming (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 2

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Released in 1998, The Surfers Are Coming is a drama film directed by Peter Bay, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. Anne and Niels-Peter live in a fishing village by the North Sea. They are going steady, but Anne thinks everything round there is a bit dull. Things liven up when a group of young German surfers camp on the beach. Anne and her girlfriend think they look smashing, but the local lads haven't much time for them.

Who’s in it. The Surfers Are Coming stars Mira Wanting as Anne, Mikkel Blaabjerg Poulsen as Niels-Peter, Ralf Bernert as Dieter and Thomas Albrechtsen as Anders, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Surfers Are Coming 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 Surfers Are Coming page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Surfers Are Coming tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Surfers Are Coming (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Surfers Are Coming change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Surfers Are Coming worth watching?
The Surfers Are Coming holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Surfers Are Coming?
The Surfers Are Coming stars Mira Wanting, Mikkel Blaabjerg Poulsen, Ralf Bernert, Thomas Albrechtsen and Bo Wienberg.
When was The Surfers Are Coming released?
The Surfers Are Coming was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.