Movie

Election Night

★ 7.1(46)199811m

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Good to know

Director: Anders Thomas Jensen
Release date: 1998-01-01
Runtime: 11m
Language: Danish
Status: Released
Country: Denmark
Studio: M&M Productions

About Election Night

Election Night is a 1998 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Anders Thomas Jensen, starring Ulrich Thomsen, Jens Jørn Spottag and John Martinus. It has a runtime of 11 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 46 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Election Night in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

On election night we meet Peter, an idealistic young man, who suddenly discovers he has forgotten to vote. On his way to the polls he encounters a variety of taxi drivers, all racist in their way and Peter has to decide whether to stand up for his convictions or getting to the polls on time. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

Cast

Ulrich Thomsen

Peter

Jens Jørn Spottag

Carl

John Martinus

Taxi Driver 2

Ole Thestrup

Taxi Driver 1

Farshad Kholghi

Taxi Driver 3

Hella Joof

Woman

Mikkel Vadsholt

Bartender

Nicolas Bro

Man

Thomas Milton Walther

Taxi Driver 4

Themes & keywords

racism

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Election Night in Canada?+

Election Night is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Election Night on Netflix?+

Election Night is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Election Night?+

Election Night has a runtime of 11 minutes (11 minutes).

Who stars in Election Night?+

Election Night stars Ulrich Thomsen, Jens Jørn Spottag, John Martinus, Ole Thestrup and Farshad Kholghi.

When did Election Night come out?+

Election Night is a 1998 movie directed by Anders Thomas Jensen.

What genre is Election Night?+

Election Night is Comedy film.

Who directed Election Night?+

Election Night was directed by Anders Thomas Jensen.