New Life (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1983, New Life is a comedy film directed by Þráinn Bertelsson, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is the first of three about the misadventures of two friends, Þór and Danni. Two friends working at a restaurant get fired from their jobs and after seeing an advertisement for the fishing industry of the Westman Islands, decide to go there and make some money. The islands become a perfect setting for many funny and strange situations, especially after word gets around that the two are spies from the Ministry of Fisheries.
Who’s in it. New Life stars Eggert Þorleifsson as Þór, Karl Ágúst Úlfsson as Danni, Runólfur Dagbjartsson as Víglundur verkstjóri and Eiríkur Sigurgeirsson as Axel bónusvíkingur, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, New Life has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch New Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of New Life tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch New Life (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for New Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is New Life worth watching?
- New Life holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in New Life?
- New Life stars Eggert Þorleifsson, Karl Ágúst Úlfsson, Runólfur Dagbjartsson, Eiríkur Sigurgeirsson and Sveinn Tómasson.
- When was New Life released?
- New Life was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.