The Snowman
2017, English. Directed by Tomas Alfredson.
Soon the first snow will fall, and the hunt for a killer begins.
Detective Harry Hole investigates the disappearance of a woman whose pink scarf is found wrapped around an ominous looking snowman.
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Snoozefest
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Where to watch The Snowman
The Snowman isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 24 August 2017
- Country
- Sweden, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Hossein Amini, Søren Sveistrup, Peter Straughan
- Budget
- $35M
- Box office
- $43M
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What The Snowman is based on
The Snowman is based on The Snowman, a 2007 novel by Jo Nesbø, published by Aschehoug.
Novel · 2007
The Snowman
By Jo Nesbø
Published by Aschehoug
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The Snowman: quick answers
Is The Snowman worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 2,442 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Snowman?
The Snowman runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Does The Snowman have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Snowman. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Snowman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Snowman is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Snowman on?
The Snowman isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Snowman?
If you liked The Snowman, try The Pale Blue Eye, God Told Me To, I Am Not a Serial Killer.
Who directed The Snowman?
The Snowman (2017) was directed by Tomas Alfredson and stars Michael Fassbender, Rebecca Ferguson, Charlotte Gainsbourg.
What is The Snowman based on?
The Snowman is based on The Snowman, a 2007 novel by Jo Nesbø, published by Aschehoug.