Surmatants (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1991, Surmatants is a history and tv movie film directed by Tõnu Virve, running about 126 minutes.

What it’s about. A historical costume drama where the fragments of the adventurous lives of Bernt Notke, one of the most influential Late Gothic painters, and carpenter Michel Sittow are brought together by the story of the panel painting "Danse Macabre" by Notke and the way the painting reached Tallinn, Estonia from Lübeck.

Who’s in it. Surmatants stars Evald Hermaküla as Bernt Notke, Mikk Mikiver as Hermen Rode, Sulev Luik as Schiekel Kalt and Peeter Volkonski as Michel Sittow, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Surmatants has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Surmatants page.

If you liked it. Fans of Surmatants tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Surmatants (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Surmatants change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Surmatants worth watching?
Surmatants holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Surmatants?
Surmatants stars Evald Hermaküla, Mikk Mikiver, Sulev Luik, Peeter Volkonski and Margus Varusk.
When was Surmatants released?
Surmatants was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.