Once (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2015, Once is a fantasy and drama film directed by Robbe Maes, running about 13 minutes.
What it’s about. '"Weleer/Once" tells the the rise and fall of an entire cardboard society. It's about construction from scratch, nostalgia for 'village life' and the intrigues between villagers during a time of crisis. After a man wakes up in an entirely empty world, he soon finds a piece of cardboard. Gradually the man starts to build his cardboard village, looking for the ideal society. When more villagers start to appear, the empty world gets a civilized character. After days of hard labor the cardboard village finally is ready. The villagers gather and soon a big party is organized. Although most people are satisfied and enjoy their life in this new environment, you can still feel the darkness overshadowing the peaceful village... . When more and more economic problems rise, the existence of the village is at stake.
Who’s in it. Once stars Koen Monserez, Katrijne Merrigan and Pascal Maetens.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Once sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Once page.
If you liked it. Fans of Once tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Once (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Once worth watching?
- Once holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Once?
- Once stars Koen Monserez, Katrijne Merrigan and Pascal Maetens.
- When was Once released?
- Once was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.