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Unknown Soldier

2017·Movie
2h 59min
IMDb7.7Rotten Tomatoes–84%

Where to watch

KanopyKino Film Collection

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Melancholic and cathartic

  • Melancholy8
  • Catharsis8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, war, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers you

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About

Finland, behold, thy daylight now is dawning.

The film follows Finnish army machine gun company in Continuation War against Soviet Union, 1941–1944. Based on Väinö Linna's best selling novel Tuntematon Sotilas (The Unknown Soldier) and the novel's uncensored version, Sotaromaani (A War Novel).
Finnish War FilmContinuation WarBrutal CombatBrotherhood of SoldiersPsychological ImpactHistorical RealismAnti-War SentimentBleak AtmosphereFinnish Perspective

Crew

Directed by:
Aku Louhimies, Akseli Kouki, Tuula Nikkola
Written by:
Aku Louhimies, Väinö Linna, Jari Rantala
Produced by:
Aku Louhimies, Tutsa Huuhka, Pia Pesonen
Composed by:
Heikki Kossi, Kirka Sainio, Kirka Sainio

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Unknown Soldier

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Where can I stream Unknown Soldier legally?

KanopyKino Film Collection

Unknown Soldier is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Unknown Soldier worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Unknown Soldier rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is Unknown Soldier?

2 h 59 min

Unknown Soldier runs 2 h 59 min.

Is Unknown Soldier based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Was Unknown Soldier a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$16 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $16 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.

What language is Unknown Soldier in?

Finnish

It was made in Finnish. Produced in Iceland, Finland, Belgium.

In how many countries can I watch Unknown Soldier?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Unknown Soldier in 20 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.