The Gift (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 2008, The Gift is a drama film directed by Niels Gråbøl, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. On Simon's 29th birthday his father Mogens, who has not been part of his and his older brother Jens' lives for many years, suddenly turns up - declaring that he wants to give him a sports car. Mogens is mentally ill and has been in and out of hospital for years, and as he becomes more and more agitated and violent, Jens has to take him back to the hospital. However Mogens manages to talk Jens into helping him find the car. For one day and one night the two of them drive around Copenhagen looking for the car, and the trip becomes a moving odyssey where father and son will finally get to know one another.
Who’s in it. The Gift stars Jakob Cedergren as Jens, Henning Jensen as Mogens, Karen-Lise Mynster as Susanne and Paw Henriksen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, The Gift has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gift page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gift tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gift (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gift change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gift worth watching?
- The Gift holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gift?
- The Gift stars Jakob Cedergren, Henning Jensen, Karen-Lise Mynster, Paw Henriksen and Rita Angela.
- When was The Gift released?
- The Gift was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.