The Storm (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2009, The Storm is a drama film directed by Ben Sombogaart, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. A fictional story within the historical context of the disastrous flood that engulfed the Dutch coastal province of Zeeland in 1953. When their farmhouse is destroyed by the flood, teenage mother Julia gets separated from her baby boy, whom she kept hidden in a box. She is saved from drowning by a young air force lieutenant, who agrees to go help looking for Julia's little son.
Who’s in it. The Storm stars Sylvia Hoeks as Julia, Barry Atsma as Aldo Hendriks, Dirk Roofthooft as Julia's father and Monic Hendrickx as Julia's mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Storm 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 Storm page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Storm tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Storm (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Storm change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Storm worth watching?
- The Storm holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Storm?
- The Storm stars Sylvia Hoeks, Barry Atsma, Dirk Roofthooft, Monic Hendrickx and Sanne den Hartogh.
- When was The Storm released?
- The Storm was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.