The Elf (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2025, The Elf is a family, fantasy and adventure film directed by Joonas Berghäll.
What it’s about. Siblings Lumi and Talvi are separated as children. In search of her sister, Lumi ends up in Elfland, where elves prepare Christmas presents for all the children of the world. The elves are initially suspicious of the human child who appears out of nowhere, but Pyry, an elf boy, welcomes Lumi with interest. Pyry is eager for new adventures and his friendship with Lumi looks like a chance for an exciting journey.
Who’s in it. The Elf stars Soma Zimmatore, Thea Achillea, Marco Stylianou and Sara Melleri, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Elf has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Bloodstream. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Elf page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Elf tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Elf (2025)?
- In US, The Elf is available to stream on Bloodstream. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Elf worth watching?
- The Elf holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family, fantasy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Elf?
- The Elf stars Soma Zimmatore, Thea Achillea, Marco Stylianou, Sara Melleri and Jarkko Niemi.
- When was The Elf released?
- The Elf was released in 2025.