Goliath (2018): Cast, Box Office & Plot
Goliath is a 2018 drama directed by Peter Grönlund, starring Joakim Sällquist as Roland, Sebastian Ljungblad and Sampo Sarkola. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $67,406 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 28m (88 min)
- Director
- Peter Grönlund
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Swedish - Studio
- SVT
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Goliath About?
The premise of Goliath without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Set in a declining industrial town in Sweden, the film follows sixteen-year-old Kimmie, whose father Roland is sent to prison. Thrust into a difficult situation, Kimmie is unexpectedly forced to take over his father’s criminal enterprise, a responsibility he is unprepared for. The story explores a young man’s challenging transition into adulthood, examining themes of social legacy and the impact of changing societal structures during a period of welfare decline and significant change in Sweden.
Goliath Cast & Characters
Joakim Sällquist leads the cast as Roland, with Sebastian Ljungblad as Kimmie and Sampo Sarkola as Örjan. Directed by Peter Grönlund; 22 actors are credited in all.
- Director Peter Grönlund
- Joakim Sällquist as Roland
- Sebastian Ljungblad as Kimmie
- Sampo Sarkola as Örjan
- Čedomir Đorđević as Stefan
Also Starring in Goliath
· 18 more- Davina Robinson Carina
- Holger Johansson Kevin
- Cornelia Andersson Jonna
- Elina Eriksson Sara
- Elisabeth Augander Kätty
- Stefan Ravenscroft Eilers
- Tommy Lyrehag Malmnäs
- Cristoffer Watson Pettri
- Richard Misans Vallmo
- Ramin Wånge Berous
- Mikael Lyrehag Vincent
- Kenny Reinholdsson Tomas Harjula
- Alexander Wisell Jimmie
- Johan Barganius Harjula's Hitman
- Nils Bünzli Charlie
- Jarkko Vepsäläinen Raffe
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- Tuva Lindhult Ingela
- Maria Kuhlberg Maria
Goliath Plot Summary
What happens in Goliath from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Goliath II is a tiny Indian elephant, a remarkable little creature who stands out not by his stature but by his eagerness to prove himself. At eight years old, he is described as a miniature, roughly about 7.5 to 10 centimeters tall (about 3 to 4 inches), a size that makes his dreams of greatness feel both hilarious and heroic. He longs to win his father’s respect, even though the old matriarch and the rest of the herd watch with a mix of affection and resignation as he figures out where he fits in this vast jungle world.
Full summary
The whole story of Goliath, scene by scene
Goliath Box Office
Goliath grossed $67,406 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$67.4K
- International
- $67.4K
How Well Do You Know Goliath?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What species is Goliath?
Cars in Goliath
23 cars on screen, including the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E 200 W210 and the 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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2001 Mercedes-Benz E 200 W210 Main role -
1995 Toyota Land Cruiser Important role -
1988 Volvo 740 Important role -
1997 Chevrolet C/K-Series Minor role
Goliath Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Goliat 2019” and “גוליית”.
- Also known as
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- Goliat 2019
- גוליית
- Goliáš
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Goliath FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Goliath, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Goliath?
Goliath runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was Goliath released?
Goliath was released on October 5, 2018.
Who directed Goliath?
Goliath was directed by Peter Grönlund.
More films by Peter Grönlund Who is in the cast of Goliath?
Goliath stars Joakim Sällquist as Roland, Sebastian Ljungblad as Kimmie and Sampo Sarkola as Örjan, among 22 credited actors.
How much did Goliath make at the box office?
Goliath grossed $67,406 worldwide.
Does Goliath have a post-credit scene?
No. Goliath has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Goliath in?
The original language of Goliath is Swedish.
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