

Pioneer
2013, Norwegian. Directed by Erik Skjoldbjærg.
Pioneer is set in the early '80s, at the beginning of the Norwegian Oil Boom. Enormous oil and gas deposits are discovered in the North Sea and the authorities aim to bring the oil ashore through a pipeline from depths of 500 meters. A professional diver, Petter, obsessed with reaching the bottom of the Norwegian Sea has the discipline, strength and courage to take on the world's most dangerous mission. But a sudden, tragic accident changes everything. Petter is sent on a perilous journey where he loses sight of who's pulling the strings. Gradually he realizes that he is in way over his head and that his life is at stake.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Norwegian
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch Pioneer
Pioneer is streaming on fuboTV, Magnolia Selects, and Monsters and Nightmares in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 30 August 2013
- Original title
- Pionér
- Country
- Finland, Norway, Germany, Sweden, France
- Written by
- Kathrine Valen Zeiner, Hans Gunnarsson, Nikolaj Frobenius
- Budget
- $7.5M
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Pioneer: quick answers
Is Pioneer worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 113 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pioneer?
Pioneer runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Pioneer have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pioneer. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pioneer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pioneer is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Pioneer on?
Pioneer is streaming on fuboTV, Magnolia Selects, and Monsters and Nightmares in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pioneer?
If you liked Pioneer, try Beast, Black Sea, 180.
Who directed Pioneer?
Pioneer (2013) was directed by Erik Skjoldbjærg and stars Aksel Hennie, Wes Bentley, Stephen Lang.