Oslo (2021): Cast, Ratings, Ending & Where to Watch
Oslo is a 2021 drama thriller directed by Bartlett Sher, starring Ruth Wilson as Mona Juul, Andrew Scott and Itzik Cohen. It is based on Oslo by J. T. Rogers. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes. Critics gave it 72% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10. Stream it on HBO Max, or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 58m (118 min)
- Director
- Bartlett Sher
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Home Box Office (HBO)
- Based on
- Oslo by J. T. Rogers
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Oslo About?
The premise of Oslo without spoilers, adapted from Oslo by J. T. Rogers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
A tense drama portrays the complex and secretive process behind the historic 1993 Oslo Accords. The story follows a Norwegian couple who unexpectedly find themselves facilitating clandestine negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians. As unlikely allies work together, unexpected bonds are formed, and immense challenges are overcome in an attempt to broker peace and defy seemingly insurmountable odds.
Oslo Themes & Keywords
· 2 tags- 1990s
- based on play
Where to Watch Oslo
Stream it on HBO Max, or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Oslo Cast & Characters
Ruth Wilson leads the cast as Mona Juul, with Andrew Scott as Terje Rød-Larsen and Itzik Cohen as Yossi Beilin. Directed by Bartlett Sher; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Bartlett Sher
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Ruth Wilson as Mona Juul -
Andrew Scott as Terje Rød-Larsen - Itzik Cohen as Yossi Beilin
- Doval'e Glickman as Yair Hirschfeld
Also Starring in Oslo
· 6 more- Waleed Zuaiter Hassan Asfour
- Rotem Keinan Ron Pundak
- Jeff Wilbusch Uri Savir
- Tobias Zilliacus Jan Egeland
- Yigal Naor
- Salim Dau
Oslo Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Oslo 72% on Rotten Tomatoes and 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 55/100, strongest in character & emotion (68) and weakest in sensory experience (46).
Oslo Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Oslo presents a mixed viewing experience that balances solid historical interest with notable execution flaws. Critics and users acknowledge the film's timely relevance and the strength of its lead performances, yet many point to a clumsy adaptation from stage to screen and a visual presentation that feels dated. The narrative tension is praised by some, while others find the pacing uneven and the thematic depth insufficient. Consequently, the movie offers moderate engagement but falls short of a consistently compelling drama.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 48
In terms of art and craft, the film shows uneven direction and visual execution. Critics note a clumsy transfer from stage, muted cinematography, and a sickly color palette that detracts from immersion. While some praise the director's intent and moments of lucid framing, the overall production design feels dated and visually unremarkable. This inconsistency results in a modest technical impression.
- Character & Emotion 68
Character work emerges as a relative strength, anchored by performances from Andrew Scott and Ruth Wilson. Reviewers highlight nuanced portrayals and convincing chemistry that convey the tense diplomatic atmosphere. However, a few critiques mention a lack of deeper emotional complexity in supporting roles. The primary cast contributes credible humanity, but the surrounding characters sometimes remain under‑developed, yielding an overall solid but not exceptional character assessment.
- Story & Flow 60
The storytelling balances historical intrigue with structural challenges. Critics appreciate the film's ability to generate tension from dialogue‑driven scenes, yet many cite pacing issues and a failure to fully translate the theatrical source material. Users echo this split, noting an engaging premise but pointing out factual inaccuracies and occasional shallow treatment of the conflict. The narrative therefore lands in a middle ground, delivering relevance but lacking consistent momentum.
- Sensory Experience 46
Sensory elements receive mixed feedback, with several reviewers describing the visual style as outdated and overly color‑graded. The soundtrack and sound design are not prominently praised, and the overall aesthetic is deemed insufficiently immersive. While some moments achieve a haunting tone, the predominant impression is that the film’s sensory execution does not elevate the viewing experience, resulting in a lower sensory score.
- Rewatch Factor 52
Rewatch value is moderate, reflecting the film's educational merit and occasional compelling scenes. Some viewers recommend it for historical context and commend its emotional moments, suggesting occasional returns for insight. Conversely, many point to the static, dialogue‑heavy format and visual shortcomings as deterrents to repeated viewings. This balance of interest and restraint leads to a modest replay appeal.
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IMDb 6.7 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 72% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 70%
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Metacritic 54 Metascore
User score 6.3
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TMDB 65% User score
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Letterboxd 3.0 /5
2.8K ratings
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Movie Insider 3.5 /5
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Oslo Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Oslo from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In December 1992, Mona Juul at the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaches out to her husband, Terje Rød-Larsen, who is stationed in Jerusalem. He heads straight into a conversation with Yossi Beilin, who outlines a persistent deadlock in the peace talks: both sides insist on getting everything they want at once. Terje counters with a bold new idea—a unilateral shift to a more neutral ground for dialogue, proposing that an Israeli representative meet a Palestinian counterpart away from the usual environments.
Full summary
The whole story of Oslo, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Oslo Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.
- Teaser Official Teaser
How Well Do You Know Oslo?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
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- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
Which country served as the primary mediator hosting the secret peace talks?
Oslo Also Known As
64 alternative titles, including “할리퀸의 황홀한 해방” and “버즈 오브 프레이”.
- Also known as
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- 할리퀸의 황홀한 해방
- 버즈 오브 프레이
- ציפורי טרף
- Aves de Presa - Harley Quinn
- Aves de Presa
- Arlequina em Aves de Rapina
- Хищные птицы
- Ptice Grabljivice (i fantastična emancipacija Harli Kvin)
- Yırtıcı Kuşlar
- Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey
- Aves De Presa Y la fantabulosa empancipación de Harley Quinn
- Harley Quinn: Aves de Presa
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- 버즈 오브 프레이(할리퀸의 황홀한 해방)
- Birds of Prey
- Aves de Rapina Arlequina e Sua Emancipação Fantabulosa
- Aves de Rapina
- Birds of Prey: The Emancipation of Harley Quinn
- Ptice Grabljivice: I Fantasično Oslobođenje Jedne Harli Kvin
- Tziporei Ha'Terref
- Ptice roparice in fantastična osamosvojitev Harley Quinn
- Thim Nok Phu La Kap Harley Quinn Phu Roet Choet
- Yırtıcı Kuşlar (Ve Muhteşem Harley Quinn)
- Хижі пташки та фантастична Харлі Квін
- Birds of Prey: Harley Quinn
- Fox Force Five
- (ציפורי הטרף (והארלי קווין המהממת
- Birds of Prey: Cuộc Lột Xác Huy Hoàng Của Harley Quinn
- 猛禽暴隊：解瘋小丑女
- 猛禽小队和哈莉·奎茵
- Birds Of Prey And The Fantabulous Emancipation Of One Harley Quinn, მტაცებელი ფრინველები: და ჰარლი ქუინის ფანტასტიკური ემანსიპაცია
- 猛禽暴队：解疯小丑女
- Röövlinnud (ja Harley Quinni erakordne vabanemine
- 버즈 오브 프레이: 할리 퀸의 황홀한 해방
- Хищные птицы: Потрясающая история Харли Квинн
- Хижі пташки (та фантастична Харлі Квін)
- Aves de presa (y la fantabulosa emancipación de Harley Quinn)
- Birds of Prey et la fantabuleuse histoire de Harley Quinn
- Birds of Prey e la fantasmagorica rinascita di Harley Quinn
- Αρπακτικά Πτηνά: Και η Φαντασμαγορική Χειραφέτηση της Χάρλεϊ Κουίν
- Aves de Rapina: Arlequina e sua Emancipação Fantabulosa
- Хищни птици (и фантастичната еманципация на Харли Куин)
- Aves De Presa y La Fantabulosa Emancipación De Una Harley Quinn
- Yırtıcı Kuşlar ve Muhteşem Harley Quinn
- Birds of Prey (Podivuhodná proměna Harley Quinn)
- 猛禽小隊：小丑女大解放
- Ragadozó madarak (és egy bizonyos Harley Quinn csodasztikus felszabadulása)
- Vtáky noci a fantastický prerod jednej Harley Quinn
- ציפורי הטרף והארלי קווין המהממת
- Ptaki Nocy (i fantastyczna emancypacja pewnej Harley Quinn)
- Birds of Prey - The Emancipation of Harley Quinn
- ทีมนกผู้ล่า กับฮาร์ลีย์ ควินน์ ผู้เริดเชิด
- Birds of Prey (E a Fantabulástica Emancipação de uma Harley Quinn)
- ハーレイ・クインの華麗なる覚醒 BIRDS OF PREY
- Yirtqich qushlar
- Ptice roparice (in fantastična osamosvojitev Harley Quinn)
- Птице грабљивице и фантастична еманципација Харли Квин
- Plēsīgie putni (un kādas Arles Kīnas brīnumpasakainā emancipācija)
- Păsări de pradă și fantastica Harley Quinn
- الطيور الجارحة
- Plėšriosios paukštės ir fantastiškoji Harlė Kvin
- Harley Quinn: Röövlinnud, მტაცებელი ფრინველები: და ჰარლი ქუინის საუცხოო გათავისუფლება
- پرندگان شکاری
- Birds of Prey i emancipacija famozne Harley Quinn
- Aus de presa (i la fantabulosa emancipació de Harley Quinn)
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Oslo FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Oslo, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Oslo?
Oslo runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
When was Oslo released?
Oslo was released on May 29, 2021.
Who directed Oslo?
Oslo was directed by Bartlett Sher.
More films by Bartlett Sher Who is in the cast of Oslo?
Oslo stars Ruth Wilson as Mona Juul, Andrew Scott as Terje Rød-Larsen and Itzik Cohen as Yossi Beilin, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Oslo?
In the US, Oslo is streaming on HBO Max and available to buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How is Oslo rated?
Oslo has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 72% on Rotten Tomatoes, 54 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.
Is Oslo based on a book?
Yes. Oslo is adapted from Oslo by J. T. Rogers.
Does Oslo have a post-credit scene?
No. Oslo has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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