Movie

Abel

★ 6.4(42)19861h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Alex van Warmerdam
Release date: 1986-02-27
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: Dutch
Status: Released
Country: Netherlands
Studio: First Floor Features

Abel — trailer

About Abel

Abel is a 1986 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Alex van Warmerdam, starring Alex van Warmerdam, Henri Garcin and Olga Zuiderhoek. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.4/10 from 42 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Abel in Finland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Abel has never left home (literally). After failing with doctors and psychiatrists, Abel's father Victor brings home Christine, a friend, in an attempt to teach Abel basic social skills. But Victor's wife Duif accuses him of having an affair, and in the ensuing row Abel is thrown out into the street. But help is at hand when he runs into kind-hearted stripper Zus - whose show Victor is obsessed with…

Cast

Alex van Warmerdam

Abel

Henri Garcin

Victor

Olga Zuiderhoek

Duif

Annet Malherbe

Zus

Loes Luca

Christine

Peer Mascini

Director

Marc van Warmerdam

Fishmonger

Themes & keywords

mama's boycowardliness

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Abel in Finland?+

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

Is Abel on Netflix?+

Abel is not on Netflix in Finland right now.

How long is Abel?+

Abel has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in Abel?+

Abel stars Alex van Warmerdam, Henri Garcin, Olga Zuiderhoek, Annet Malherbe and Loes Luca.

When did Abel come out?+

Abel is a 1986 movie directed by Alex van Warmerdam.

What genre is Abel?+

Abel is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Abel?+

Abel was directed by Alex van Warmerdam.