The Tough Ones (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1999, The Tough Ones is an action and drama film directed by Aleksi Mäkelä, running about 105 minutes. “Three young men rob a bank. Only two of them are caught. What will happen when they return to their home town?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Häjyt tells a story of two friends who have a hard time finding their place in the society. Antti and Jussi are released from jail. While they were doing time for bank robbery, the third man involved in the robbery, the one who was not convicted, has become a policeman. He tries to help his friends to settle into the small town in Pohjanmaa, but the boys start a black market liquor business instead. The road seems to lead back to the jail.
Who’s in it. The Tough Ones stars Samuli Edelmann as Jussi Murikka, Juha Veijonen as Antti Karhu, Teemu Lehtilä as Heikki Grönberg and Kalevi Haapoja as Grandfather Karhu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Tough Ones 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 The Tough Ones page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tough Ones tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tough Ones (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tough Ones change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tough Ones worth watching?
- The Tough Ones holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tough Ones?
- The Tough Ones stars Samuli Edelmann, Juha Veijonen, Teemu Lehtilä, Kalevi Haapoja and Sari Havas.
- When was The Tough Ones released?
- The Tough Ones was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.