North of the Sun (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 2012, North of the Sun is an adventure and documentary film directed by Jørn Nyseth Ranum, running about 46 minutes.
What it’s about. Two friends discover the perfect beach at a remote Norwegian shore just above the Arctic Circle and decide to spend the winter here – surfing. Building a hut from driftwood and living on expired food only, the young men turn sustainable living into their own Robinson-adventure, keeping their calm even in the face of personal danger.
Who’s in it. North of the Sun stars Jørn Nyseth Ranum as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, North of the Sun sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on The Surf Network Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch North of the Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of North of the Sun tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch North of the Sun (2012)?
- In US, North of the Sun is available to stream on The Surf Network Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is North of the Sun worth watching?
- North of the Sun holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in North of the Sun?
- North of the Sun stars Jørn Nyseth Ranum.
- When was North of the Sun released?
- North of the Sun was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 46 minutes.