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Interlude in the Marshland (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 7.7

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Released in 1965, Interlude in the Marshland is a drama film directed by Jan Troell, running about 30 minutes.

What it’s about. It's the mid 1930s and brakeman Kvist had enough of working on the train, jumps off and starts to walk on the train tracks in the middle of nowhere in Lapland, Northern Sweden, hoping to find new work and adventures. Based on the novella by famous Swedish author Eyvind Johnson.

Who’s in it. Interlude in the Marshland stars Max von Sydow as Alex Kvist, Allan Edwall as Lineman, Karl Erik Flens as Station Master and Sten Beyron as Train Driver, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Interlude in the Marshland has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Interlude in the Marshland page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Interlude in the Marshland (1965)?
In US, Interlude in the Marshland is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Interlude in the Marshland worth watching?
Interlude in the Marshland holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Interlude in the Marshland?
Interlude in the Marshland stars Max von Sydow, Allan Edwall, Karl Erik Flens, Sten Beyron and Rune Köhler.
When was Interlude in the Marshland released?
Interlude in the Marshland was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.