The Giant (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2016, The Giant is a drama film directed by Johannes Nyholm, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A film about Rikard, age 30. He is autistic and severely disfigured. He lives in a home for disabled people. He was separated from his mother as a three-year-old, and this continues to torment him today. To deal with life's trials, Rikard escapes into a fantasy world in which he's a 50-meter-tall giant.
Who’s in it. The Giant stars Christian Andrén as Rikard, Johan Kylén as Roland, Anna Bjelkerud as Elisabeth and Linda Faith as Lina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Giant 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 Giant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Giant tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Giant (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Giant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Giant worth watching?
- The Giant holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Giant?
- The Giant stars Christian Andrén, Johan Kylén, Anna Bjelkerud, Linda Faith and Amin Alabadi.