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Princess (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 2010, Princess is a drama film directed by Arto Halonen, running about 104 minutes. “Happier than the rest of us?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Princess tells the true story of former cabaret dancer Anna Lappalainen's redemptive struggle with insanity, who checked in to Finland's Kellokoski Psychiatric Hospital in 1945.

Who’s in it. Princess stars Katja Küttner as Anna Lappalainen ("Prinsessa"), Samuli Edelmann as lääkäri Grotenfelt, Krista Kosonen as Christina von Heyroth ("Prinsessan hovineito") and Pirkka-Pekka Petelius as potilas Kuronen ("Rovasti"), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Princess 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 Princess page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Princess (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Princess change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Princess worth watching?
Princess holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Princess?
Princess stars Katja Küttner, Samuli Edelmann, Krista Kosonen, Pirkka-Pekka Petelius and Peter Franzén.
When was Princess released?
Princess was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.