The Milkmaid (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1953, The Milkmaid is a drama and romance film directed by T.J. Särkkä, running about 87 minutes. “"God, purify my body and soul, let me be like I was before!"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on a short story by Johannes Linnankoski. A story of a milkmaid that falls in love with a student on holiday
Who’s in it. The Milkmaid stars Saulo Haarla as Yrjö, Anneli Sauli as Hilja, Tauno Palo as Kalevi and Laina Laine as Hilja's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Milkmaid 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 Milkmaid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Milkmaid tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Milkmaid (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Milkmaid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Milkmaid worth watching?
- The Milkmaid holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Milkmaid?
- The Milkmaid stars Saulo Haarla, Anneli Sauli, Tauno Palo, Laina Laine and Heimo Lepistö.
- When was The Milkmaid released?
- The Milkmaid was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.