Fjord
Following the deaths of Mihai's parents, Mihai and Lisbeth Gheorghiu leave their life behind in Romania and move with their children to a remote village in Norway, hoping to rebuild their lives near Lisbeth's family. There, they grow close to their neighbors, the Halbergs, whose warmth gives them hope for a fresh start. But the fragile peace begins to unravel when the Gheorghiu family’s young daughter, Elia, arrives at school covered in bruises.
Directed by Cristian Mungiu · Drama · 146 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Cristian Mungiu
Writer
Cristian Mungiu
Studio
Mobra Films / Why Not Productions
Release
2026-06-13
Runtime
146 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
In Norway, a seemingly idyllic community is revealed to have dark undercurrents. A Romanian father and Norwegian mother's life is turned upside down when they're accused of child abuse, sparking a media frenzy that threatens to destroy their family. As the truth unravels, long-held secrets are exposed, revealing a complex web of tolerance and exclusion.
Cast & Characters
Mihai Gheorghiu
Sebastian Stan
Lisbet Gheorghiu
Renate Reinsve
Mia Halberg
Lisa Carlehed
Gunda
Ellen Dorrit Petersen
Frida
Lisa Loven Kongsli
Noora Halberg
Henrikke Lund Olsen
Elia Gheorghiu, Mihai and Lisbet's eldest daughter
Vanessa Ceban
Emmanuel Gheorghiu, Mihai and Lisbet's eldest son
Jonathan Ciprian Breazu
Mats Halberg, Mia's husband and the school principal
Markus Tønseth
Did You Know?
The film is a co-production between six countries: Romania, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and France.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-16
Mungiu and Tudor Reu produced the film with several production companies.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-16
Principal photography began in Hjørundfjorden, Norway in March 2025.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-16
The score for the film was composed by Danish composer Kaspar Kaae.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-16
Critical Assessment
Fjord holds 7.2/10 on TMDb (69 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
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Ratings as of September 16, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.2/10 on TMDb (69 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fjord good? What are critics saying?+
Fjord holds 7.2/10 on TMDb (69 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
How long is Fjord?+
Fjord has a runtime of 146 min.
Who directed Fjord?+
Fjord was directed by Cristian Mungiu.
Where can I watch Fjord?+
Fjord is available to stream, rent, or buy on Fandango At Home.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Fjord received a mixed response from critics, with some praising its thought-provoking themes and others finding it underpowered or lacking in resolution. While some reviewers lauded the film's intelligence and ability to provoke, others criticized its procedural mannerisms and perceived lack of impact. Overall, opinions on the film's strengths and weaknesses were divided among critics.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)Reviewers praised Sebastian Stan's involvement in the film for being a "beast mode" display, transforming his acting style from Marvel to indie projects like A Different Man. They also noted he played dramatic roles well in this movie. The trailer highlighted his dramatic turns in Fjord vs. Fjerrari.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
At what point does genuine concern and compassion for the welfare of children cross the line into an overstated politically correct witch hunt built on, at best, circumstantial evidence? Should government agencies be given carte blanche powers to tell parents how to raise their c…
Brent Marchant · 7/10
From the trailer's comments
Sebastian Stan doing all these acclaimed indie and non english projects from auteur filmmakers while still being involved with Marvel is honestly beast mode. It reminds me a lot of what Adam Driver was doing during the Star Wars era, balancing massive blockbuster fame with smalle…
@vivalarevolution-o7d · 1077 likesI yelled "That's Sebastian Stan??" when they dropped his credit. Completely transformed for this role.
@Lukekpat · 987 likes"What do you want me to do?" The Winter Soldier: "Nothing. You did your best, now I take over."
@Blackwood-42 · 173 likesI'm way more excited for Sebastian Stan's dramatic roles after A Different Man. This looks tense.
@moeezS · 228 likesI love how, in just five years since her breakthrough in The Worst Person in the World, Renate Reinsve has become one of the finest actresses of her generation and one of the best working today. Yeah, she’s just that good in basically everything I’ve seen her in.
@vivalarevolution-o7d · 511 likesFjord vs. Fjerrari
@Lukekpat · 847 likesI'm sorry but this is freaking me out, that is a complete transformation. From Bucky to baldy
@Randymountaine · 149 likesGimme that Palme d'Or winner now, NEON.
@WaterHazard86 · 176 likes
