The Kingdom (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1994, The Kingdom is a comedy, drama, horror and mystery film directed by Lars von Trier, running about 277 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the neurosurgical ward of Copenhagen's Rigshospitalet, the city and country's main hospital, nicknamed "Riget", a number of characters, staff and patients alike, encounter bizarre phenomena, both human and supernatural.
Who’s in it. The Kingdom stars Ernst-Hugo Järegård as Stig Helmer, Laura Christensen as Mona Jensen, Baard Owe as Palle Bondo and Kirsten Rolffes as Sigrid Drusse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Kingdom has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Kingdom page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Kingdom tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Kingdom (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Kingdom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Kingdom worth watching?
- The Kingdom holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, horror and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Kingdom?
- The Kingdom stars Ernst-Hugo Järegård, Laura Christensen, Baard Owe, Kirsten Rolffes and Holger Juul Hansen.
- When was The Kingdom released?
- The Kingdom was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 277 minutes.