A Mother (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2019, A Mother is a drama film directed by Samppa Batal, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. After getting released from prison, Eeva returns to her old home town with only a shoulder bag, cellphone and the clothes she is wearing. She wants to find her grown-up daughter, but the townspeople soon make it clear that she is not welcome.
Who’s in it. A Mother stars Jaana Saarinen as Eeva, Matti Pajulahti as Kalle, Matti Onnismaa as Finland's best detective and Jonathan Hutchings as Hasse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, A Mother 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 A Mother page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Mother tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Mother (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Mother change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Mother worth watching?
- A Mother holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Mother?
- A Mother stars Jaana Saarinen, Matti Pajulahti, Matti Onnismaa, Jonathan Hutchings and Jouko Puolanto.
- When was A Mother released?
- A Mother was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.