Pelle the Conqueror
"They thought the world would be theirs."
Originally released in 1987. Pelle the Conqueror is a drama film. directed by Bille August. With a runtime of 2h 37m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Pelle Hvenegaard, Max von Sydow, and Erik Paaske
Synopsis
In the late 19th century, two Swedish emigrants, Lasse Karlsson and his son Pelle, arrive on the Danish island of Bornholm hoping to find work on a farm and save enough money to travel to the United States of America.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 21, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
2h 37m
157 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (154 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
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Director
Top Cast
Pelle Hvenegaard
as Pelle Karlsson
Max von Sydow
as Lasse Karlsson - Farmhand
Erik Paaske
as Stengården Foreman
Björn Granath
as Erik - Swedish Farm Worker
Astrid Villaume
as Mrs. Kongstrup
Axel Strøbye
as Kongstrup - Kungsgården Landlord
Troels Asmussen
as Rud - A Boy
Kristina Törnqvist
as Anna - Stengården Maid
Karen Wegener
as Madam Olsen
Sofie Gråbøl
as Miss Sine - Mrs. Kongstrup's Niece
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- SF Studios
- Per Holst Filmproduktion
- Svenska Filminstitutet
- Det Danske Filminstitut
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelle the Conqueror about?
In the late 19th century, two Swedish emigrants, Lasse Karlsson and his son Pelle, arrive on the Danish island of Bornholm hoping to find work on a farm and save enough money to travel to the Unite...
Who directed Pelle the Conqueror?
Pelle the Conqueror was directed by Bille August.
How long is Pelle the Conqueror?
Pelle the Conqueror has a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes (157 minutes total).
When was Pelle the Conqueror released?
Pelle the Conqueror was released on December 21, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Pelle the Conqueror?
The main cast of Pelle the Conqueror includes Pelle Hvenegaard, Max von Sydow, Erik Paaske, Björn Granath, Astrid Villaume.
Is Pelle the Conqueror worth watching?
Pelle the Conqueror has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 154 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.