86 Classic and Contemporary Dutch Films

In 1963, a sudden and severe weather event strikes the Netherlands, turning a 120-mile tour skating race on natural ice into a fight for survival for the competitors.

In 2020, during the COVID-19 lockdown, two neighbors explore the empty streets of their Dutch city, Tilburg, together for a day.

A young lawyer named Iris learns she has an older half-brother, Ray, who is incarcerated for the brutal murder of his neighbor and her five-year-old daughter. Meeting Ray, she finds a striking resemblance to her own autistic son, Aron, and…

Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1944. During World War II, Andries Riphagen, a powerful criminal, profited by working for the Nazi occupiers. As the war nears its end, resistance fighters emerge from hiding to relentlessly pursue those who collaborated with the enemy.

A solitary farmer finds a young girl dead on his property, and a peculiar feeling grips him. While caring for his granddaughter, he embarks on a search for answers, determined to solve the mystery of her death. But danger can…

In 1920s Germany, two sisters, separated shortly after their last parent's death – Lotte sent to live with her Dutch aunt in Holland, Anna to work on her uncle’s farm – experience the impact of World War II on their…

In November 1983, beer tycoon Alfred Heineken and his driver Ab Doderer are kidnapped. This event became the Netherlands' most notorious kidnapping case.

Following the death of their 21-year-old son, Tonio, in a car accident, his novelist parents are overwhelmed by grief and regret at losing their only child.

A grieving widower is challenged by his deeply religious village and haunted by past mistakes when he takes in a troubled stranger.

In 1948, Albert Gemmeker, the former commander of the Dutch concentration camp Westerbork, is questioned by a stranger. The interrogator has a personal motive for compelling Gemmeker to confess about his wartime actions and the deportation of 80,000 Jews to…

In the quiet Dutch village of Lagerheide, a disagreement between two members of the brass band leads to a split in the group. Now, each faction is working hard to undermine the other, determined to be the band chosen to…

A devastating accident involving their teenage daughters throws two families into turmoil as they grapple with the unthinkable: how much they would do to save their child.

Eric, a talented sculptor, experiences a passionate and complicated relationship with the captivating Olga. Their bond goes beyond physical attraction, developing into a deep emotional connection filled with intense moments. The film explores the complexities of their relationship, showing the…

Jan and Gedda have been married for 35 years. Gedda's deep affection for Jan manifests as overbearing control, anticipating his every need. Seeking independence, Jan creates an extreme plan that effectively isolates him within their own home. Meanwhile, their daughter…

"Matlock" is an American legal drama starring Andy Griffith as Ben Matlock, a criminal defense attorney. The series aired on NBC from 1986 to 1992 and then moved to ABC until 1995. Inspired by "Perry Mason," the show follows Matlock's…

The Loenatiks are forced to relocate when their dilapidated Zonnedael clinic becomes uninhabitable. Dr. Bomhoff offers Binnenzorg as a replacement: a secluded institution housing many other patients. The new facility operates under drastically different rules than the five patients are…

Romy spends her afternoons with her grandmother, Stine, because her mother works long hours. Grandma Stine is a strict woman who's always busy at her hairdressing salon. But Romy's world shifts when she uncovers a surprising new side to her…

Alex is very close to his grandmother, who feels neglected by his busy parents. One day, he's shocked to see two classmates leaving her house and discovers they've robbed her, tying her up inside. His grandmother asks him to keep…

A working-class family moves into a wealthy neighborhood, upsetting the established order among their new neighbors. This unconventional but lovable family, known for their straightforwardness and lightheartedness, disrupts the refined routines of the upper class. As they adjust to unfamiliar…

A family returns home from a trip abroad, eager to reconnect with their community. However, settling back in brings unexpected challenges as they prepare for Zonnedael's 25th anniversary. Each family member experiences unique moments that connect with the neighborhood's varied…

During a hot summer, Brian looks after his brother who has severe mental disabilities. The experience pushes Brian to mature quickly, and he discovers unexpected love and kindness.

Every year, a father flies from Portugal to the Netherlands for a three-day visit to his homeland. He has his routine tasks, including an annual doctor's appointment, and is accompanied by his quirky adult son.

Twenty years after her best friend vanished, Sabine begins searching for answers. A chance meeting with Olaf, a familiar face from her adolescence, and the news of a high school reunion unexpectedly disrupt her life.

Fleeing a relentless stalker, a woman seeks refuge for herself and her children at her sister's secluded beach house.

"Doodslag" ("Manslaughter") follows Max, a paramedic whose work is constantly disrupted by aggressive people. While rushing an ambulance to a difficult delivery, a group of young men block his path, preventing him from reaching the woman in labor. Fueled by…

A compelling bond forms between a man who has spent his entire life incarcerated and a ten-year-old girl.

In a sprawling country house, Emma Blank lies gravely ill and is attended to by her household: Haneveld, the housekeeper; Bella, the cook; Gonnie, the maid; and Meier, the man-servant. Though she desperately needs care, Emma is a demanding and…

Melissa, a 15-year-old passionate dancer, secretly prefers hip-hop classes to the classical ballet her parents believe she's taking. Her friend Jordi is thrilled when she lands a spot in a music video for the popular rapper Brainpower. However, negative influences…

The film follows the blossoming romance between a Polish woman and a farmer. Anna escapes from a brothel, and is found by Henk, the farmer, who offers her refuge. However, her past continues to haunt her.

Abel is wrongly accused after a prank by Laura, leading to him being withdrawn from school and working as a lift-boy. This isn't just any lift; a green button transports him, Laura, Jozias Tump, and Maria Klaterhoen to Manhattan. Abel…

Following his wife's death, Ward returns to Holland to rebuild his life. He hires a Romanian worker, Doru, to help with the repairs, but Doru unexpectedly vanishes, leaving Ward with Doru’s nine-year-old son, Mihai. Ward journeys to Romania to find…

During World War II in Nazi-occupied Netherlands, a Jewish singer goes undercover at the local Gestapo headquarters, working with the Dutch resistance.

During World War II, this moving drama follows Erik Lanshof and his circle of friends as their lives change when Germany invades the Netherlands in 1940. The film examines how people respond to the occupation, exploring choices between resistance and…

In the early 1920s, Han van Meegeren, a gifted but rebellious artist in Amsterdam, paints in the style of Rembrandt and Vermeer, but is dismissed by critics as a mere copyist. Determined to prove them wrong, he creates a fake…

In 1980s Amsterdam, a quiet police detective finds himself in a desperate race against time when he uncovers a dangerous plot targeting the Dutch royal family.

This movie follows a family whose peaceful life is disrupted when their teenagers begin puberty. The children's growing physical and emotional changes lead them to seek independence and question family rules, leaving their parents struggling to adjust. It’s a realistic…

The residents of Sister Klivia's guest house are warm and friendly, their close-knit community a stark contrast to their grumpy neighbor, Mr. Boordevool, who constantly seeks ways to shut the place down. When a guest falls for a charming young…

A flower farmer goes to the hospital for test results, but is unexpectedly admitted for an indefinite period of further examination and observation, with no explanation given.

A couple with a shared past must confront their unresolved feelings as one of them mounts a play depicting the devastating event that ended their relationship years ago.

A determined assistant prosecutor is determined to convict a pediatric nurse accused of killing her patients. However, as the evidence mounts, questions begin to surface, suggesting the infants might have died of natural causes.

A skilled lift technician investigates a series of suspicious elevator accidents in a new office building. Drawn to the puzzling incidents, he begins an intense investigation filled with unexpected turns. He navigates corporate secrets and hidden motives, using his technical…

In pre-war Rotterdam, Peter is a spirited but often disobedient boy from a typical family. His pranks are both amusing and disruptive, frequently making headlines. As he gains popularity and new friends, he also attracts the attention of some influential…

Layla, an 18-year-old Dutch woman of Moroccan descent, becomes involved with a radical Muslim group. Initially, she finds this world validating, but is ultimately forced to face an unbearable dilemma.

Peter Bell and his Black Hand gang find themselves in conflict with the ruthless newspaper magnate Stark. Stark is plotting to steal a valuable royal crown, working with his two associates.

Set against the backdrop of the devastating 1953 floods in the Dutch province of Zeeland, this story follows Julia, a teenage mother. When the flood destroys her home, she's separated from her baby, whom she's hidden in a box. Rescued…

Just a day before he's set to retire and hours before his 65th birthday, window cleaner Alfred is suddenly overcome by vertigo. His 64 years and 364 days spent working on windows reveal the source of his fear of heights.…

Two young men in a small Dutch town share an intensely close friendship, disregarding societal and religious norms. Their bond deepens to the point where they lose touch with reality, leading them down a path of violent crime.

In the quirky town of Sunny Dale, the mayor sees a chance to get rid of the troublesome Flodder family by enrolling them in an international exchange program to New York City. Adjusting to their new home, the Flodders become…

America, 1926: Willy Wolters, 24, immigrated to the US with her parents as a child. She aspires to be a train conductor, a dream dismissed by everyone around her. Little does she know, she is destined to become Antonia Brico.

Bennie, a clumsy criminal insecure about his weight, joins forces with his adoptive father's son – a serial killer’s offspring – along with his employees, who have transformed his snack bar into a quiche bakery in his absence. Their unlikely…

This is the story of Marco Kroon, a Dutch commando who became the first person in his country to receive its highest military honor in over fifty years. However, he then faces legal trouble, accused of violating laws related to…

Stijn, a handsome advertising star, works with his friend Frenk and a womanizer. They decide to start their own agency. Stijn marries Carmen, a colleague who tolerates his constant one-night stands. They have a child and move to the countryside,…

In 1930s Oss, Johanna yearns to escape the city's criminal underworld. However, her attempts to leave behind her past only draw her deeper into it.

Jaap and Maartje have shared nearly fifty years of life together, building a lifetime of memories. As they grow older, their views on life begin to change. Jaap, once adventurous, now prefers quiet routine, while Maartje, despite occasional moments of…

In the winter of 1944-45, the western Netherlands suffers a severe famine during World War II. As people seek food elsewhere, fourteen-year-old Michiel is eager to join the Dutch resistance, a desire his father opposes. The father, the village mayor,…

A Frisian film released in 2004.

After her grandmother's death, Madelief accompanies her mother to the funeral. Later, bored during a visit with her grandfather, she hears from Mischa about the joys of a summer spent in the countryside. Intrigued by a locked door at her…

Faced with job losses due to the economic crisis, five friends from the small town of Maaskantje decide to take a stand. They collectively resolve to refuse to pay for anything.

This horror film centers on a dark secret: St. Nicholas is a murderous bishop. On December 5th, when the moon is full, he kidnaps and murders children.

A determined stage actor juggles being a single father, a demanding theater production, an affair, and strange dreams sparked by a chance meeting with an enigmatic stranger on the street.

Four mechanics, not known for their fitness, take on the challenge of the Rotterdam Marathon. Their goal: to finish the race and save their garage from foreclosure. Failure means losing everything.

Years after the war, a young man has a powerful encounter with a group of Dutch resistance fighters. Flashbacks reveal the group's wartime actions: they executed a German officer outside a family's home, a violent event witnessed by a young…

A man in his thirties, content with a relaxed existence, has his world disrupted when he develops feelings for his sister’s teenage babysitter.

This romantic drama follows three women with diverse backgrounds who are profoundly impacted when they move to New Zealand as war brides.

A cat who transforms into a young woman teams up with a journalist to defend their town from a factory owner with a sinister scheme.

A quiet gay dentist and a charming bar owner reconnect after ten years. Their chance meeting is complicated when the bar owner reveals he is seriously ill.

Twin brothers Sietse and Hielke Klinkhamer are trying to collect money for their friend, Marieke, who is unwell.

Roos travels to Norway to visit her mother, a yearly tradition, but this time she carries difficult news. Haunted by past hurts and unresolved conflicts, Roos struggles to communicate with her mother. With the help of her half-brother and a…

This adaptation of a beloved Benelux children's novel follows Akkie, a tough and competitive girl in primary school who is passionate about soccer and isn't afraid to be assertive. Despite her strength, she fears love. Akkie's life changes dramatically when…

A group of recent graduates embark on a sailing trip to attend a clandestine Full Moon Party. Meanwhile, Hans Nijboer attempts to persuade his brother Ties to return home and join the family business. Ties, however, has different aspirations: he…

A zoo veterinarian is drawn into a dangerous situation when she becomes the key figure in a city-wide effort to track down a monstrous lion that is terrorizing Amsterdam.

Five married friends share a loft apartment, a space where they conduct affairs and pursue casual relationships. Their seemingly idyllic arrangement unravels when the body of an unknown young woman is discovered inside. As suspicion mounts, the friends begin to…

Yara has a long-standing crush on Paco, who DJs at parties held at her school. Unfortunately for Yara, Paco is interested in someone else, Floor, and doesn't even seem to notice her. Yara wonders if her weight is the reason.…

Following the death of his wife Marjan in a car accident, Philip de Wit is devastated. It takes months for him to regain a semblance of normalcy, and even then, he only works in her bookstore. A year later, a…

A couple's exciting trip through Lithuania takes an unforeseen turn when they face a difficult challenge that strains their bond.

Fifteen-year-old Dolf is accidentally sent back to the Middle Ages via a time machine. He's rescued by a group of children participating in a children's crusade heading to Jerusalem. As the journey progresses, Dolf discovers the greatest threat to the…

A Dutch television journalist clashes with the police, the courts, and the press as he investigates the disputed 1999 murder in Deventer, determined to reveal the truth.

In pre-World War II Holland, a young man born out of wedlock to a wealthy but cold bailiff strives to overcome his illegitimate birth and gain his father's respect by becoming a lawyer. The film explores themes of determination, family,…

For his birthday, a hitman accepts a seemingly simple assignment: kill a writer. However, he soon discovers the job is far more complicated than anticipated.

After discovering her husband's infidelity, a wife and mother of two systematically ruins his life. This is a sequel to the Dutch film *Schatjes!*

In Amsterdam, we meet Ciske, an 11-year-old boy who wins us over despite his playful naughtiness. The title "Ciske the Rat" suggests his endearing yet rebellious spirit as he deals with a complicated world. Though he acts out, like dumping…

Martijn reconnects with his sister Daantje in Amsterdam as she embraces independent living. After years apart, he decides to film her life, documenting her experiences through a documentary. The film explores trust, vulnerability, and family relationships as seen through Daantje's…

During World War II in the Netherlands, banker Walraven van Hall is approached to use his financial connections to aid the Dutch resistance. He and his brother Gijs devise a dangerous plan: to secure large loans and funnel the funds…

Two young boy twins unexpectedly get a fast boat. They use it to assist their friends.