Cripple in Love (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 1975, Cripple in Love is a drama film directed by Esko Favén, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. Krokelby in the 1920s. Sakris Kukkelman is a crippled, Nietzsche reading village idiot who believes himself to be a romantic hero.
Who’s in it. Cripple in Love stars Vesa-Matti Loiri as Sakris Kukkelman, Leena Uotila as Sanelma Kinnunen, Ritva Valkama as Mimmi "von" Rumfelt and Heikki Nousiainen as Mikko Suomenvaara.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Cripple in Love 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 Cripple in Love page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cripple in Love tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cripple in Love (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cripple in Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cripple in Love worth watching?
- Cripple in Love holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cripple in Love?
- Cripple in Love stars Vesa-Matti Loiri, Leena Uotila, Ritva Valkama and Heikki Nousiainen.
- When was Cripple in Love released?
- Cripple in Love was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.