The Storm
2009, Dutch. Directed by Ben Sombogaart.
A fictional story within the historical context of the disastrous flood that engulfed the Dutch coastal province of Zeeland in 1953. When their farmhouse is destroyed by the flood, teenage mother Julia gets separated from her baby boy, whom she kept hidden in a box. She is saved from drowning by a young air force lieutenant, who agrees to go help looking for Julia's little son.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Dutch
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 17 September 2009
- Original title
- De storm
- Country
- Belgium, Netherlands
- Written by
- Rik Launspach, Marjolein Beumer
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What The Storm is based on
The Storm is based on a true story.
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The Storm: quick answers
Is The Storm worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Storm?
The Storm runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does The Storm have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Storm. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Storm parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Storm yet.
Which OTT platform is The Storm on?
The Storm isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 17 September 2009. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like The Storm?
If you liked The Storm, try The Perfect Storm, The Impossible, A Bridge Too Far.
Who directed The Storm?
The Storm (2009) was directed by Ben Sombogaart and stars Sylvia Hoeks, Barry Atsma, Dirk Roofthooft.
What is The Storm based on?
The Storm is based on a true story.