The Monitor
“How far would you go for the one you love?”
Oslo, Norway. After living a traumatic experience, Anna and her son Anders move into a huge apartment building. Feeling constantly terrified and insecure, Anna buys a babycall to monitor Anders while he sleeps.
Where to watch The Monitor in United States
Can I watch The Monitor in United States? The Monitor isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
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Where is The Monitor streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| France | — | Orange VOD |
| South Korea | — | wavve |
About The Monitor
The Monitor is a 2011 Norwegian-language drama and thriller film directed by Pål Sletaune. The cast is led by Noomi Rapace, Vetle Qvenild Werring, Kristoffer Joner. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. Viewers rate it 5.8/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
The Monitor was produced by 4 1/2, BOB Film Sweden, and Pandora Film and made in Norway and Germany. It was released on October 7, 2011, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Pål Sletaune
- Writers
- Pål Sletaune
- Release date
- October 7, 2011
- Original language
- Norwegian
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Norway, Germany
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- 4 1/2, BOB Film Sweden, Pandora Film
The Monitor cast & crew
The Monitor was directed by Pål Sletaune and written by Pål Sletaune.
The cast features Noomi Rapace as Anna, Vetle Qvenild Werring as Anders, Kristoffer Joner as Helge, Stig R. Amdam as Ole, Maria Bock as Grete, and Torkil Høeg as Nabogutten.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Fernando Velázquez, cinematography is by John Andreas Andersen, and it was produced by Pål Sletaune and Marius Holst.
Is The Monitor worth watching?
The Monitor holds an audience score of 5.8/10 from 161 ratings, a more divisive drama films.
At 1h 33m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and thriller, The Monitor is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Monitor
The Monitor isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
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Cast of The Monitor
Noomi Rapace
Anna
Vetle Qvenild Werring
Anders
Kristoffer Joner
Helge
Stig R. Amdam
Ole
Maria Bock
Grete
Torkil Høeg
Nabogutten
Henrik Rafaelsen
Male Doctor
Tom Hugo Nielsen
School Inspector
Mona Engh
Secretary
Eva Zeidler
Helge's Mother
Kaia Varjord
Policewoman
Camilla Augusta Hallan
Female Doctor
The Monitor — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Monitor in United States?
The Monitor is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is The Monitor in?
The Monitor is originally in Norwegian, with audio tracks including Norwegian, Swedish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Monitor?
The Monitor runs 1 hours 33 minutes (93 minutes).
▸What is The Monitor rated?
The Monitor is rated R. It holds a 5.8/10 audience score from 161 ratings.
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