Becoming Astrid
2018, Swedish. Directed by Pernille Fischer Christensen.
Be the author of your own story.
When Astrid Lindgren was very young something happened that affected her profoundly, and this combination of both miracle and calamity came to shape her entire life. It was an event that transformed her into one of the most inspiring women of our age and the storyteller a whole world would come to love. This is the story of when a young Astrid, despite the expectations of her time and religious upbringing, decided to break free from society's norms and follow her heart.
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Swedish
- Rated
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Becoming Astrid is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and OVID in India.
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Details
- Released
- 14 September 2018
- Original title
- Unga Astrid
- Country
- Denmark, Sweden, Germany
- Written by
- Pernille Fischer Christensen, Kim Fupz Aakeson
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Becoming Astrid: quick answers
Is Becoming Astrid worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 182 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Becoming Astrid?
Becoming Astrid runs 123 minutes (2h 3m).
Does Becoming Astrid have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Becoming Astrid. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Becoming Astrid parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Becoming Astrid yet.
Which OTT platform is Becoming Astrid on?
Becoming Astrid is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and OVID in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Becoming Astrid?
If you liked Becoming Astrid, try Radium Girls, Munich - The Edge of War, The Elephant Man.
Who directed Becoming Astrid?
Becoming Astrid (2018) was directed by Pernille Fischer Christensen and stars Alba August, Maria Bonnevie, Trine Dyrholm.