1939 (1989) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
1939 (1989) — When the war breaks out, Annika lives with her parents in Värmland, close to the
1939 (1989) Storyline
When the war breaks out, Annika lives with her parents in Värmland, close to the border to Norway. Her cousin Harald is a dealer in the black market but has to escape from the police to Norway. Annika moves to Stockholm and gets a job as a waitress. She meets the happy-go-lucky Berit and together they have a wonderful time. She also meets a young man, Bengt, whom she marries. But almost immediately she discovers that her husband is different from the man who was courting her. Plot by Mattias Thuresson.
Full Cast & Crew
- Helene Egelund as Annika
- Helena Bergström as Berit
- Per Morberg as Bengt Hall
- Ingvar Hirdwall as Annika's father
- Anita Ekström as Annika's mother
- Per Oscarsson as Isak
- Per Grytt as Annika's brother
- Johan Ulveson as Harald Persson
- Stefan Larsson as Hans Zetterberg
- Keve Hjelm as Alfred Hall
- Anita Wall as Cecilia Hall
- Willie Andréason as Gustaf Persson
- Krister Henriksson as Rickard Zetterberg
- Peter Haber as Polisassistent Wirén
- Gunilla Larsson as Eliz Zetterberg
Why Watch 1939?
The Vibe: 1939 is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1989. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 4.5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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