The Blessed Ones (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1986, The Blessed Ones is a drama and tv movie film directed by Ingmar Bergman, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. Sune, a dropped out theology student who also is the son of a priest, meets Viveka in a church. The two connect via a theological discussion and eventually get married. As the years pass, Viveka grows more and more emotionally unstable due to jealousy and religious anxiety. Sune accepts Viveka's mental problems and, instead of seeking help for his wife, obeys her increasingly bizarre commands.
Who’s in it. The Blessed Ones stars Harriet Andersson as Sune Burman, Per Myrberg as Annika, Lasse Pöysti as Dr. Dettow and Christina Schollin as Annika, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Blessed Ones has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Blessed Ones page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blessed Ones tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Blessed Ones (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blessed Ones change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blessed Ones worth watching?
- The Blessed Ones holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Blessed Ones?
- The Blessed Ones stars Harriet Andersson, Per Myrberg, Lasse Pöysti, Christina Schollin and Irma Christenson.
- When was The Blessed Ones released?
- The Blessed Ones was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.