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Lovers of the Arctic Circle

1998, Spanish. Directed by Julio Medem.

Destiny cannot be denied.

As young children, Otto and Ana become best friends, leading to the marriage of Ana's mother to Otto's father. When Otto and Ana become teenagers, they begin a sexual relationship, which they hide from their parents. The two fall deeply in love and seem destined to spend the rest of their lives together. However, their relationship is tested when Otto's mother dies and the two are separated.

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Runtime
1h 52m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
Spanish
Rated
R

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Lovers of the Arctic Circle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.

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Released
4 September 1998
Original title
Los amantes del Círculo Polar
Country
Spain
Written by
Julio Medem
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Is Lovers of the Arctic Circle worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 285 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Lovers of the Arctic Circle?

Lovers of the Arctic Circle runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).

Does Lovers of the Arctic Circle have a post-credits scene?

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Lovers of the Arctic Circle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Lovers of the Arctic Circle is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Lovers of the Arctic Circle on?

Lovers of the Arctic Circle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)

What movies are like Lovers of the Arctic Circle?

If you liked Lovers of the Arctic Circle, try Talk to Her, The Sea Inside, Take My Eyes.

Who directed Lovers of the Arctic Circle?

Lovers of the Arctic Circle (1998) was directed by Julio Medem and stars Najwa Nimri, Fele Martínez, Nancho Novo.

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