The Lion Woman
2016, Norwegian. Directed by Vibeke Idsøe.
Eva Arctander is born with hypertrichosis, meaning that she is covered from head to toe with fine blonde hair. Her father is so ashamed of her that he hides her away from the world in their apartment. However, Eva’s nanny fights for her right to be treated like everyone else.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Norwegian
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 130 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Lion Woman
The Lion Woman isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Vibeke IdsøeDirector
- Rolf LassgårdGustav
- Kjersti TveteråsHannah
- Ida Ursin-HolmEva (23)
- Rolf Kristian LarsenSparky
- Lisa Loven KongsliRuth
- Connie NielsenMrs. Grjothornet
- Karen-Lise MynsterMrs. Birgerson
- Henrik MestadSwammerdamm
- Kåre ConradiJahnn
- Ole Johan SkjelbredDr. Levin
- Lars KnutzonProfessor Stroem
- Burghart KlaußnerJohannes Joachim
Details
- Released
- 26 August 2016
- Original title
- Løvekvinnen
- Country
- Norway, Sweden
- Written by
- Vibeke Idsøe
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What The Lion Woman is based on
The Lion Woman is based on The Lion Woman (2006) by Erik Fosnes Hansen.
2006
The Lion Woman
By Erik Fosnes Hansen
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Lion Woman: quick answers
Is The Lion Woman worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 130 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Lion Woman?
The Lion Woman runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Lion Woman have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Lion Woman. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Lion Woman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Lion Woman yet.
Which OTT platform is The Lion Woman on?
The Lion Woman isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Lion Woman?
If you liked The Lion Woman, try The Girl in the Book, Call Me Crazy: A Five Film, Sky.
Who directed The Lion Woman?
The Lion Woman (2016) was directed by Vibeke Idsøe and stars Rolf Lassgård, Kjersti Tveterås, Ida Ursin-Holm.
What is The Lion Woman based on?
The Lion Woman is based on The Lion Woman (2006) by Erik Fosnes Hansen.