The Third Name (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4

Released in 2003, The Third Name is a comedy, thriller and drama film directed by Einar Þór Gunnlaugsson, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A stranger highjacks a boat close to the Icelandic shore, and demands to speak to his ex-girlfriend, but she has never heard of him.
Who’s in it. The Third Name stars Moses Rockman as Montessori, Elma Lísa Gunnarsdóttir as Lára, Hjalti Rögnvaldsson as Hákon and Þröstur Leó Gunnarsson as Arnar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Third Name has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Third Name page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Third Name tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Third Name (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Third Name change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Third Name worth watching?
- The Third Name holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Third Name?
- The Third Name stars Moses Rockman, Elma Lísa Gunnarsdóttir, Hjalti Rögnvaldsson, Þröstur Leó Gunnarsson and Glenn Conroy.
- When was The Third Name released?
- The Third Name was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.