The Human Dutch (1963): cast, story & where to watch

1963 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1963, The Human Dutch is a documentary film directed by Bert Haanstra, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Bert Haanstra paints a portrait of The Netherlands and the Dutch, in his own unparalleled manner. Partly with the aid of a hidden camera he observes people in the most diverse situations. He shows the unusual in the usual and the usual in the unusual. The harsh years of the post war era of reconstruction have passed and for most people life is better than before.

Who’s in it. The Human Dutch stars Simon Carmiggelt as Narrator (Dutch) and Peter Ustinov as Narrator (English).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Human Dutch 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 The Human Dutch page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Human Dutch tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Human Dutch (1963)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Human Dutch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Human Dutch worth watching?
The Human Dutch holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Human Dutch?
The Human Dutch stars Simon Carmiggelt and Peter Ustinov.
When was The Human Dutch released?
The Human Dutch was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.