Defiant (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2025, Defiant is a drama film directed by Visa Koiso-Kanttila, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. After losing her father, Vilma can't find her place in the life of her foster family. As a result of her struggles, Vilma ends up in a juvenile home, where she refuses to be subdued by the arbitrary and abusive staff who run it.
Who’s in it. Defiant stars Ona Huczkowski as Vilma, Kati Outinen as Anneli, Emmi Parviainen as Krisu and Tinka Andersson as Yasmine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Defiant 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 Defiant page.
If you liked it. Fans of Defiant tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Defiant (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Defiant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Defiant worth watching?
- Defiant holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Defiant?
- Defiant stars Ona Huczkowski, Kati Outinen, Emmi Parviainen, Tinka Andersson and Joonatan Pekola.
- When was Defiant released?
- Defiant was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.