Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa (1959): cast, story & where to watch

1959 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1959, Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa is a comedy and thriller film directed by T.J. Särkkä, running about 106 minutes.

What it’s about. An ex-finnish army officer Kari Kivi returns to Finland after 12 years of absence. He is quickly hired by a businessman named Östermalm to be his stand-in to escape the ring of spies threatening his life. Many beautiful women cross Kivi's path before the spy ring is eventually crushed.

Who’s in it. Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa stars Tauno Palo as Kari Kivi / Max Östermalm, Teija Sopanen as Lea Westerholm, Kaarlo Halttunen as Hansen and Gunvor Sandkvist as Lilly Linden, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa (1959)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa worth watching?
Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa?
Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa stars Tauno Palo, Teija Sopanen, Kaarlo Halttunen, Gunvor Sandkvist and Arvo Lehesmaa.
When was Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa released?
Kovaa peliä Pohjolassa was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.