Good Advice (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 2008, Good Advice is a comedy and drama film directed by Andreas Tibblin, running about 15 minutes. “Some times it's good to listen” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. It is the early 1980's. Ten-year-old Rasmus is tired of his parents never listening to him and decides to run away from home. But before leaving he records a cassette tape with different advice on how to handle life. His mother is pregnant and he plans to leave the tape for his unborn brother.

Who’s in it. Good Advice stars Styrbjörn Roald as Rasmus, Magnus Krepper as Mats and Sofia Helin as Hanna.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Good Advice has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Good Advice page.

If you liked it. Fans of Good Advice tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Good Advice (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Good Advice change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Good Advice worth watching?
Good Advice holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Good Advice?
Good Advice stars Styrbjörn Roald, Magnus Krepper and Sofia Helin.
When was Good Advice released?
Good Advice was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 15 minutes.