Adrift (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2001, Adrift is a drama film directed by Michiel van Jaarsveld, running about 89 minutes. “DO you wonder about the OTHER possibilities?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Fifteen-year-old Sammy has recently become aware of desires she awakens in men but one man to whom she is herself attracted is her older brother Jacob. With an institutionalized father and a mother neither sibling has seen for years, Jacob provides for the household through his trade in meat declared unfit for human consumption. This situation has sufficed for years but the dedication with which Jacob watches over his little sister leaves her no room to mature as a woman...
Who’s in it. Adrift stars Christel Oomen as Sammy, Dragan Bakema as Jakob, Hans Hoes as Nevill and Bert Luppes as Don, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Adrift 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 Adrift page.
If you liked it. Fans of Adrift tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Adrift (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Adrift change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Adrift worth watching?
- Adrift 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 Adrift?
- Adrift stars Christel Oomen, Dragan Bakema, Hans Hoes, Bert Luppes and Maud Dolsma.
- When was Adrift released?
- Adrift was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.