Kon-Tiki

1950·Movie
58min

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Kon-Tiki fingerprint

Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Wondrous and hopeful

  • Wonder8
  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

History and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The Amazing Adventure Of Six Men On A Raft Across The Pacific! True! Thrilling!

"Kon-Tiki" was the name of a wooden raft used by six Scandinavian scientists, led by Thor Heyerdahl, to make a 101-day journey from South America to the Polynesian Islands. The purpose of the expedition was to prove Heyerdal's theory that the Polynesian Islands were populated from the east- specifically Peru- rather than from the west (Asia) as had been the theory for hundreds of years. Heyerdahl made a study of the winds and tides in the Pacific, and by simulating conditions as closely as possible to those he theorized the Peruvians encountered, set out on the voyage.
Historical ExpeditionScandinavian AdventurePacific VoyageThor HeyerdahlScientific TheoryCultural ExplorationMaritime JourneySouth America to Polynesia

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Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Kon-Tiki

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Where can I stream Kon-Tiki legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Kon-Tiki worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Kon-Tiki?

0 h 58 min

Kon-Tiki runs 0 h 58 min.

Is Kon-Tiki based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Kon-Tiki in?

Norwegian

It was made in Norwegian. Produced in Norway, Sweden.

In how many countries can I watch Kon-Tiki?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Kon-Tiki in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Kon-Tiki use?

DocumentaryNarratorWooden Ships and Iron MenVehicle TitleDissonant SerenityExperimental ArcheologyOffscreen Moment of AwesomeScrew This, I'm Outta Here!

TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Kon-Tiki, including Documentary, Narrator, Wooden Ships and Iron Men.

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