Handmaiden (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1990, Handmaiden is a drama film directed by Veiko Jurisson, running about 36 minutes.
What it’s about. The family where Epp serves is preparing to receive important guests on whom the career of the head of the family depends. Everyone is busy preparing the gala dinner, and only the owner's son Eugen does not take any part in this. At night he suddenly becomes ill, and Epp is sent for help. On a rainy night, she spends a long time looking for a doctor, as a result of which she becomes seriously ill. And Eugen’s illness, as it turned out, was only the result of his suspiciousness...
Who’s in it. Handmaiden stars Maria Klenskaja, Leila Säälik, Hendrik Toompere and Angelina Semjonova, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Handmaiden 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 Handmaiden page.
If you liked it. Fans of Handmaiden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Handmaiden (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Handmaiden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Handmaiden worth watching?
- Handmaiden holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Handmaiden?
- Handmaiden stars Maria Klenskaja, Leila Säälik, Hendrik Toompere, Angelina Semjonova and Ao Peep.
- When was Handmaiden released?
- Handmaiden was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 36 minutes.