Blokkade (1934): cast, story & where to watch

1934 · Film · ★ 10

Blokkade poster

Released in 1934, Blokkade is a drama, war and crime film directed by Willem van der Hoog.

What it’s about. A spy story set in the future year 1950, about a detective on the trail of a spy. The League of Nations threatens the Netherlands with a blockade if secret arms deliveries to a warring country, Paruma, do not cease. After a long chase, the head of the Dutch secret service manages to unmask the arms smuggler, Consul Charkuf of Paruma. The film was made by students of the Film-Technische Leergang, a film course that originated from the Studio Joris Ivens and was influenced by foreign avant-garde film. Only a few scenes have been preserved.

Who’s in it. Blokkade stars Betty Brent, Lou den Hartogh as Harry, Elsy Keppler and Jacques Reule, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Blokkade 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 Blokkade page.

If you liked it. Fans of Blokkade tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Blokkade (1934)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blokkade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Blokkade worth watching?
Blokkade holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Blokkade?
Blokkade stars Betty Brent, Lou den Hartogh, Elsy Keppler, Jacques Reule and Liesje van Santen.
When was Blokkade released?
Blokkade was released in 1934.