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Arctic (2018)

Survival is the only option.

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A man stranded in the Arctic is finally about to receive his long awaited rescue. However, after a tragic accident, his opportunity is lost and he must then decide whether to remain in the relative safety of his camp or embark on a deadly trek through the unknown for potential salvation.

Release Date
November 21, 2018
Runtime
1h 38m
Rating
6.5/10 (1376 votes)

Director: Joe Penna

Cast: Mads Mikkelsen, Maria Thelma Smáradóttir, Tintrinai Thikhasuk

Production: Armory Films, Pegasus Pictures, Union Entertainment Group, The Domain Group, XYZ Films
fishhelicopterfireairplane wreckpolar beararctic polar circle regionsurvivalstrandedsnowinjury
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Budget
$2M
Revenue
$4M

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Gimly - 5/10

Seems to be very little more than a blank slate on which to show to us that Mads Mikkelsen is a great actor, but like... We bin knew. _Final rating:★★½ - Not quite for me, but I definitely get the appeal._

August 25, 2019

r96sk - 8/10

A fairly standard survival drama, though a very good one at that! <em>'Arctic'</em> is wonderfully acted out by Mads Mikkelsen, who is all alone (aside from a small role for María Thelma Smáradóttir) and rather mute all the way... but that doesn't take anything away from his strong performance. It's a competently made film in fairness, as it manages to set the scene perfectly and tells its stor...

October 18, 2023

Arctic

Arctic

Survival is the only option.

Survival is the only option.

6.5
98 min

A man stranded in the Arctic is finally about to receive his long awaited rescue. However, after a tragic accident, his opportunity is lost and he must then decide whether to remain in the relative safety of his camp or embark on a deadly trek through the unknown for potential salvation.

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Production Info
StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Revenue$4,100,000
Release Date11/21/2018
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Cast

Mads Mikkelsen

as H. Overgård

Maria Thelma Smáradóttir

as Young Woman

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Tintrinai Thikhasuk

as Helicopter Pilot

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arctic about?

A man stranded in the Arctic is finally about to receive his long awaited rescue. However, after a tragic accident, his opportunity is lost and he must then decide whether to remain in the relative sa…

How long is Arctic?

1h 38m

When was Arctic released?

November 21, 2018

Who directed Arctic?

Joe Penna

Who stars in Arctic?

Mads Mikkelsen, Maria Thelma Smáradóttir, Tintrinai Thikhasuk

What genre is Arctic?

Drama, Adventure

What is Arctic rated?

PG-13

Is Arctic available to stream?

Yes, on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads