The Candidate (2008) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Candidate (2008) — Jonas Bechmann, a defense attorney, is a man of the system. Until the day he
The Candidate (2008) Storyline
Jonas Bechmann, a defense attorney, is a man of the system. Until the day he himself is accused of murder. Taking matters into his own hands, he throws himself into the hunt for a group of blackmailers who threaten to expose him as the killer. But nothing is what it appears to be, and the blackmail links back to his father's death under mysterious circumstances a year and a half earlier.
Full Cast & Crew
- Nikolaj Lie Kaas as Jonas Bechmann
- Ulf Pilgaard as Martin Schiller
- Laura Christensen as Louise
- Tuva Novotny as Camilla
- David Dencik as Michael
- Kim Bodnia as Claes Kiehlert
- Henning Jensen as Peter Bechmann
- Jesper Langberg as Jørgen Hammel
- Birgitte Hjort Sørensen as Sarah
- Henning Valin Jakobsen as Afpresser 1
- Claus Riis Østergaard as Afpresser 2
- Peter Plaugborg as Den Tynde Mand
- Henrik Prip as Henrik Linde
- Marijana Janković as Kathrine Malling
- Iben Dorner as Schillers assistent
Why Watch The Candidate?
The Vibe: The Candidate is a gripping, tense, and full of twists thriller movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 2008. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.3/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those who love edge-of-your-seat suspense. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with thriller-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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