Philosopher of the Sea (2023): cast, story & where to watch

2023 · Film · ★ 8.2

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Released in 2023, Philosopher of the Sea is a documentary film directed by Andreas Eidhagen, running about 78 minutes.

What it’s about. Elderly sailor Sven Yrvind takes on a daring solo voyage from Ireland to New Zealand. What seems like a reckless journey on the unforgiving seas is also inner journey that prompts the thought - how do we wish to lead our lives?

Who’s in it. Philosopher of the Sea stars Sven Yrvind as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, Philosopher of the Sea sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Viaplay Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Philosopher of the Sea page.

If you liked it. Fans of Philosopher of the Sea tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Philosopher of the Sea (2023)?
In US, Philosopher of the Sea is available to stream on Viaplay Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Philosopher of the Sea worth watching?
Philosopher of the Sea holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Philosopher of the Sea?
Philosopher of the Sea stars Sven Yrvind.
When was Philosopher of the Sea released?
Philosopher of the Sea was released in 2023, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.