Monster Thursday (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 4.8

Released in 2004, Monster Thursday is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Arild Østin Ommundsen, running about 99 minutes. “Three friends, one love triangle, and the quest for the perfect wave” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A quirky romantic drama set in remote coastal Norway takes the viewer on a tumultuous ride through surfing aspirations, extreme weather and love.
Who’s in it. Monster Thursday stars Vegar Hoel as Even, Silje Salomonsen as Karen, Andreas Cappelen as Beckstrøm and Kim Bodnia as Skip, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Monster Thursday has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Monster Thursday page.
If you liked it. Fans of Monster Thursday tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Monster Thursday (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Monster Thursday change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Monster Thursday worth watching?
- Monster Thursday holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Monster Thursday?
- Monster Thursday stars Vegar Hoel, Silje Salomonsen, Andreas Cappelen, Kim Bodnia and Christian Skolmen.
- When was Monster Thursday released?
- Monster Thursday was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.
