The Fishermen (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Series · ★ 8.5
Released in 1977, The Fishermen is a drama series.
What it’s about. A mini series based upon the book by Hans Kirk. A classic television drama and a delightful series about life in a remote community on the west coast in a bygone era. A group of fishermen and their families move across the fjord and settle in a small community. Here they thrive and become more and more established, setting the standard for how life should be lived. But not everyone in the families wants to live in this community and tries to break out.
Who’s in it. The Fishermen stars Avi Sagild as Tea Røn, Jørgen Teytaud as Jens Røn, Anne Wedege-Mathiasen as Tabita Røn and Claus Nissen as Anton Knopper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Fishermen 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 The Fishermen page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fishermen tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fishermen (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fishermen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fishermen worth watching?
- The Fishermen holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Fishermen?
- The Fishermen stars Avi Sagild, Jørgen Teytaud, Anne Wedege-Mathiasen, Claus Nissen and Henry Jessen.
- When was The Fishermen released?
- The Fishermen was released in 1977.