The Great Amateur (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film
Released in 1958, The Great Amateur is a comedy film directed by Hasse Ekman, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. Modern fairy tale about the small town of Fårtuna where the chief of police is also an amateur theater director. The local shop assistant Linda aspires to become an actress and gets discovered by a talent agent from Stockholm.
Who’s in it. The Great Amateur stars Martin Ljung as Alfred Erlandsson, Marianne Bengtsson as Linda Svensson, Hasse Ekman as Max Wallby and Yngve Gamlin as Mayor Lilja, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Amateur page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Amateur tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Amateur (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Amateur change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Great Amateur?
- The Great Amateur stars Martin Ljung, Marianne Bengtsson, Hasse Ekman, Yngve Gamlin and Sven-Eric Gamble.
- When was The Great Amateur released?
- The Great Amateur was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.