Movie

The Juniper Tree

“A dark tale of witchcraft and mysticism”

★ 6.9(89)19901h 19m

The Juniper Tree is streaming on BFI Player Amazon Channel in Sweden, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Viaplay, Google Play Movies, Blockbuster and SF Anytime. Availability checked 21 June 2026.

Where to watch The Juniper Tree

🇸🇪 Sweden

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Good to know

Director: Nietzchka Keene
Release date: 1990-04-10
Runtime: 1h 19m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Iceland
Studio: Keene/Moyroud Productions

The Juniper Tree — trailer

About The Juniper Tree

The Juniper Tree is a 1990 movie in the Drama and Fantasy genres, directed by Nietzchka Keene, starring Björk, Bryndis Petra Bragadóttir and Valdimar Örn Flygenring. It has a runtime of 1 hour 19 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 89 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Juniper Tree in Sweden — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Margit and her older sister Katla flee for safety after their mother is burned to death for witchcraft. Finding shelter with Johan and his resentful young son, Jonas, the sisters help form an impromptu family unit that’s soon strained by Katla’s burgeoning sorcery.

Cast

Björk

Margit

Bryndis Petra Bragadóttir

Katla

Valdimar Örn Flygenring

Johann

Guðrún Gísladóttir

Mother

Geirlaug Sunna Þormar

Jónas

Themes & keywords

fairy talebrothers grimmicelandwitchcraftwoman directormystical worldmysticismmiddle age

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Juniper Tree in Sweden?+

In Sweden, you can stream The Juniper Tree on BFI Player Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Viaplay, Google Play Movies, Blockbuster and SF Anytime.

Is The Juniper Tree on Netflix?+

The Juniper Tree is not on Netflix in Sweden right now, but you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel.

How long is The Juniper Tree?+

The Juniper Tree has a runtime of 1 hour 19 minutes (79 minutes).

Who stars in The Juniper Tree?+

The Juniper Tree stars Björk, Bryndis Petra Bragadóttir, Valdimar Örn Flygenring, Guðrún Gísladóttir and Geirlaug Sunna Þormar.

When did The Juniper Tree come out?+

The Juniper Tree is a 1990 movie directed by Nietzchka Keene.

What genre is The Juniper Tree?+

The Juniper Tree is Drama and Fantasy film.

Who directed The Juniper Tree?+

The Juniper Tree was directed by Nietzchka Keene.