The Match Factory Girl
1990, Finnish. Directed by Aki Kaurismäki.
Iris is a shy and dowdy young woman stuck in a dead-end job at a match factory, who dreams of finding love at the local dancehall. Finding herself pregnant after a one-night stand and abandoned by the father, Iris finally decides the time has come to get even and she begins to plot her revenge.
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Finnish
- Rated
- NR
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The Match Factory Girl is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Details
- Released
- 12 January 1990
- Original title
- Tulitikkutehtaan tyttö
- Country
- Finland, Sweden
- Written by
- Aki Kaurismäki
- Budget
- $83K
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The Match Factory Girl: quick answers
What should I watch before The Match Factory Girl?
Watch Shadows in Paradise (1986) and Ariel (1988) first.
Is The Match Factory Girl worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 320 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Match Factory Girl?
The Match Factory Girl runs 69 minutes (1h 9m).
Does The Match Factory Girl have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Match Factory Girl. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Match Factory Girl parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Match Factory Girl is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Match Factory Girl on?
The Match Factory Girl is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Match Factory Girl?
If you liked The Match Factory Girl, try Frozen Land, The Hand That Rocks the Cradle, The Machinist.
Who directed The Match Factory Girl?
The Match Factory Girl (1990) was directed by Aki Kaurismäki and stars Kati Outinen, Elina Salo, Esko Nikkari.