Breaking the Waves
Love is a mighty power.
In a small, conservative Scottish village, an oilman is paralyzed in an accident. His wife, who prayed for his return, feels guilty; even more, when he urges her to have sex with another.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Breaking the Waves
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Release Date: 1996-07-05
- Runtime: 159 minutes
- Rating: 7.5/10 (1067 votes)
- Budget: $7,500,000
- Revenue: $23,000,000
- Production Companies: Zentropa Entertainments, Liberator Productions, Trust Film Svenska, Argus Film Produktie, Northern Lights, SVT Drama, Nordisk Film & TV Fond, La Sept Cinéma, VPRO, Media Investment Club
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.6222
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Emily Watson
as Bess McNeill
Stellan Skarsgård
as Jan Nyman
Katrin Cartlidge
as Dodo McNeill
Jean-Marc Barr
as Terry
Adrian Rawlins
as Dr. Richardson
Jonathan Hackett
as Priest
Sandra Voe
as Mother
Udo Kier
as Sadistic Sailor
Mikkel Gaup
as Pits
Roef Ragas
as Pim
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Trailer (1996)
Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breaking the Waves?▼
Breaking the Waves is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1996-07-05.
Who are the main actors in Breaking the Waves?▼
The main cast includes Emily Watson, Stellan Skarsgård, Katrin Cartlidge, Jean-Marc Barr, Adrian Rawlins, .
Where can I watch Breaking the Waves online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Breaking the Waves is available.
Is Breaking the Waves based on a true story?▼
Love is a mighty power.
What is the IMDb rating of Breaking the Waves?▼
Breaking the Waves has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 1067 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Breaking the Waves?▼
The movie had a production budget of $7,500,000 and earned $23,000,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Breaking the Waves?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Zentropa Entertainments, Liberator Productions, Trust Film Svenska, Argus Film Produktie, Northern Lights, SVT Drama, Nordisk Film & TV Fond, La Sept Cinéma, VPRO, Media Investment Club. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Breaking the Waves filmed?▼
Breaking the Waves was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Breaking the Waves?▼
The total runtime of Breaking the Waves is 159 minutes.
Is Breaking the Waves suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Breaking the Waves?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Breaking the Waves.
Does Breaking the Waves have a post-credit scene?▼
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