Insomnia (1997)
Overview
Detectives Jonas and Erik are called to the midnight sun country of northern Norway to investigate a recent homicide, but their plan to arrest the killer goes awry, and Jonas mistakenly shoots Erik. The suspect escapes, and a frightened Jonas pins Erik's death on the fugitive. Jonas continues to pursue the killer as he seeks to protect himself; however, his mounting guilt and the omnipresent sun plague him with an insomnia that affects his sanity.
Where to watch Insomnia
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Sky | Apple TV, Sky |
| Germany | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Sweden | Draken Film | — | — |
| Poland | CDA, Cinobo | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Insomnia in 4 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Insomnia about?
Detectives Jonas and Erik are called to the midnight sun country of northern Norway to investigate a recent homicide, but their plan to arrest the killer goes awry, and Jonas mistakenly shoots Erik. The suspect escapes, and a frightened Jonas pins Erik's death on the fugitive. Jonas continues to pursue the killer as he seeks to protect himself; however, his mounting guilt and the omnipresent sun plague him with an insomnia that affects his sanity. Insomnia is a Thriller, Crime, Mystery movie, released on 1997-03-14, runtime 96 minutes.
Is Insomnia worth watching?
TMDB users rate Insomnia 7.0 out of 10 from 345 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Insomnia?
In the United States, Insomnia streams on Amazon Prime Video and Criterion Channel and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 6 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Erik Skjoldbjærg
Cast
- Stellan Skarsgård as Jonas Engström
- Sverre Anker Ousdal as Erik Vik
- Bjørn Floberg as Jon Holt
- Maria Mathiesen as Tanja Lorentzen
- Gisken Armand as Hilde Hagen
- Kristian Figenschow as Arne Zakariassen
- Thor Michael Aamodt as Tom Engen
- Frode Rasmussen as Chief of Police
- Bjørn Moan as Eilert
- Maria Bonnevie as Ane
- Marianne O. Ulrichsen as Frøya
- Guri Johnson as Mia Nikolaisen (uncredited)
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Sources
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