The Optimists (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2013, The Optimists is a documentary film directed by Gunhild Magnor, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A documentary about an unusual volleyball team in Hamar, Norway, with ladies aged from 66 to 98. Now they are up for their first match, after 30 years of training.
Who’s in it. The Optimists stars Goro Wergeland as Herself, Gerd Bergersen as Herself, Eldbjørg Grøttum as Herself and Ulla Olssøn as Herself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Optimists 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 The Optimists page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Optimists 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 The Optimists (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Optimists change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Optimists worth watching?
- The Optimists holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Optimists?
- The Optimists stars Goro Wergeland, Gerd Bergersen, Eldbjørg Grøttum and Ulla Olssøn.
- When was The Optimists released?
- The Optimists was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.