Shadows in Paradise (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1986, Shadows in Paradise is a comedy and drama film directed by Aki Kaurismäki, running about 74 minutes.
What it’s about. An episode in the life of Nikander, a garbage man, involving the death of a co-worker, an affair and much more.
Who’s in it. Shadows in Paradise stars Matti Pellonpää as Nikander, Kati Outinen as Ilona Rajamäki, Sakari Kuosmanen as Melartin and Esko Nikkari as Nikander's Co-Worker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Shadows in Paradise has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shadows in Paradise page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadows in Paradise tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadows in Paradise (1986)?
- In US, Shadows in Paradise is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Shadows in Paradise worth watching?
- Shadows in Paradise holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shadows in Paradise?
- Shadows in Paradise stars Matti Pellonpää, Kati Outinen, Sakari Kuosmanen, Esko Nikkari and Kylli Köngäs.
- When was Shadows in Paradise released?
- Shadows in Paradise was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.