Where to watch The Idiots (1998)
Idioterne
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- DA
- 1h 50m
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Story
A group of young, mentally capable individuals choose to live together and deliberately present themselves as intellectually disabled in public spaces. Their goal is to challenge what they see as society's shallow values by staging provocative situations among unsuspecting people. The film follows their experiment in communal living and the consequences of their unconventional rebellion.
Why watch
- Directed by Lars von Trier, known for distinctive and challenging cinema
- Features a strong ensemble cast delivering complex dramatic performances
- Blends comedy and drama to explore themes about society and conformity
Good for: Viewers interested in provocative independent cinema; not suitable for family viewing due to mature themes and content.
Trailer
Cast
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Bodil JørgensenKaren
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Jens AlbinusStoffer
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Anne Louise HassingSusanne
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Troels LybyHenrik
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Nikolaj Lie KaasJeppe
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Louise MieritzJosephine
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Henrik PripPed
- Luis MesoneroMiguel
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Trine MichelsenNana
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Anne-Grethe Bjarup RiisKatrine
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Paprika SteenHigh Class Lady
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Erik WedersøeStoffer's Uncle
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Michael MoritzenMan from Municipality
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Anders HoveJosephine's Father
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Jan ElleWaiter
Frequently asked questions
Which OTT platform is The Idiots streaming on?
The Idiots is currently available in India on MUBI.
Can I watch The Idiots for free?
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Is The Idiots on Netflix?
No, The Idiots is not on Netflix in India right now. You can watch it on MUBI.
Is The Idiots on Amazon Prime Video?
No, The Idiots is not on Amazon Prime Video in India right now. You can watch it on MUBI.
Is The Idiots on JioHotstar?
No, The Idiots is not on JioHotstar in India right now. You can watch it on MUBI.
When was The Idiots released on OTT?
The Idiots released on OTT in India on 7 Jul 2023.
Who is in the cast of The Idiots?
The Idiots stars Bodil Jørgensen, Jens Albinus, Anne Louise Hassing, Troels Lyby and Nikolaj Lie Kaas. Bodil Jørgensen movies on OTT →
Who directed The Idiots?
The Idiots is directed by Lars von Trier. All movies directed by Lars von Trier →
How long is The Idiots?
The Idiots runs for 1h 50m (110 minutes).
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