Alma (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2021, Alma is a drama film directed by Kristín Jóhannesdóttir, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. After having witnessed her father's brutal murder, three-year-old Alma and her mother fled their war-torn homeland and settled in Iceland. Now, 25 years later, Alma is serving time in a psych ward for murdering her boyfriend, a crime she can't remember. But when she discovers the boyfriend is still alive, Alma decides to escape and kill him after all.
Who’s in it. Alma stars Snæfríður Ingvarsdóttir as Alma, Hilmir Snær Guðnason as Ingvar, Kristbjörg Kjeld and Snorri Engilbertsson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Alma 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 Alma page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alma tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alma (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alma worth watching?
- Alma holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alma?
- Alma stars Snæfríður Ingvarsdóttir, Hilmir Snær Guðnason, Kristbjörg Kjeld, Snorri Engilbertsson and Emmanuelle Riva.
- When was Alma released?
- Alma was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.