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Amundsen

2019·Movie
2h 5min
IMDb6.2Metacritic–6.6Rotten Tomatoes46%25%

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Amundsen fingerprint

High energy, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

  • Tension8
  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Wonder7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography and sound design

  • Cinematography9
  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7

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About

Not the story of a hero

The story of Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, the leader of the first expedition to reach the South Pole in 1911, and the first person to reach both the North and South Poles in 1926. Follows his all-consuming drive as a polar explorer and the tragedy he brought on himself and others by sacrificing everything in the icy wastelands to achieve his dream.
Biographical DramaHistorical AdventurePolar ExplorationHuman EnduranceEpic VisualsTragic AmbitionCharacter StudyPsychological DepthBleak & Realistic

Crew

Directed by:
Espen Sandberg, Aslaug Konradsdottir, Tomáš Pavlacký
Written by:
Ravn Lanesskog
Produced by:
Harald Zwart, Espen Sandberg, Baltasar Breki Samper
Composed by:
Tormod Ringnes, Tormod Ringnes, Vladimír Martinka

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Amundsen

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Where can I stream Amundsen legally?

PrimeThe RokuKanopyHooplaPlexFawesomeTubi TV

Amundsen is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Plex. 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 Amundsen worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 46%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Amundsen rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Amundsen?

2 h 5 min

Amundsen runs 2 h 5 min.

Is Amundsen based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Amundsen?

Critics46
Audiences51

Yes. Critics average 46 and audiences 51 out of 100, so both groups see Amundsen much the same way.

What language is Amundsen in?

NorwegianEnglish

It was made in Norwegian, with some English. Produced in Czechia, Norway, Sweden.

In how many countries can I watch Amundsen?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Amundsen in 35 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.