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Deep Winter (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1985, Deep Winter is a drama film directed by Þráinn Bertelsson, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. The widow has inherited half of the farm, and is in league with a businessman from the village, who wants to buy the farm. Her purpose is to get her in-laws to sell her their share, and she is prepared to use any means to gain her ends. But soon she finds herself threatened by unknown persons or forces in the menacing winter landscape, to the point where her life is at stake.

Who’s in it. Deep Winter stars Ragnheiður Arnardóttir as Elsa, María Sigurðardóttir as Unnur, Hallmar Sigurðsson as Magnús and Eggert Þorleifsson as Einar, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Deep Winter 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 Deep Winter page.

If you liked it. Fans of Deep Winter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Deep Winter (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Deep Winter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Deep Winter worth watching?
Deep Winter holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Deep Winter?
Deep Winter stars Ragnheiður Arnardóttir, María Sigurðardóttir, Hallmar Sigurðsson, Eggert Þorleifsson and Tómas Zoëga.
When was Deep Winter released?
Deep Winter was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.