Soldier Sven (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1958, Soldier Sven is a drama and war film directed by Edvin Laine, running about 141 minutes.
What it’s about. For six hundred years Sweden had controlled most of Finland until the war with Russia that ended in 1809, when Finland became a Grand Duchy of the Russian Czar. This period drama is set during that early 19th-century war and focuses on one of its heroes, Sven Tuuva. Sven is a decent yet not too brilliant soldier, and his exploits are partly balanced here by the charms of a compatriot. With plenty of action and humor throughout, this effective drama should entertain most audiences.
Who’s in it. Soldier Sven stars Edvin Laine as Sven's Father, Veikko Sinisalo as Sven Tuuva, Leif Wager as Sandels and Kauko Helovirta as Duncker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Soldier Sven 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 Soldier Sven page.
If you liked it. Fans of Soldier Sven tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Soldier Sven (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Soldier Sven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Soldier Sven worth watching?
- Soldier Sven holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Soldier Sven?
- Soldier Sven stars Edvin Laine, Veikko Sinisalo, Leif Wager, Kauko Helovirta and Mirjam Novero.
- When was Soldier Sven released?
- Soldier Sven was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 141 minutes.