Lyntoget (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1951, Lyntoget is a drama film directed by Aage Wiltrup, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. A dangerous prison escaper, a young Jutland woman, and a bank clerk, who has just deprived his employer of some cash and is now headed abroad, meet on a lyntog (literally "lightning train") from Arhus to Copenhagen.
Who’s in it. Lyntoget stars Preben Lerdorff Rye as Henning Knudsen, Anne-Marie Juhl as Ebba, Ib Schønberg as Block and Asbjørn Andersen as Chefredaktør, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Lyntoget 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 Lyntoget page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lyntoget tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lyntoget (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lyntoget change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lyntoget worth watching?
- Lyntoget holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lyntoget?
- Lyntoget stars Preben Lerdorff Rye, Anne-Marie Juhl, Ib Schønberg, Asbjørn Andersen and Erik Mørk.
- When was Lyntoget released?
- Lyntoget was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.