The Watchmaker
Synopsis
Stockholm, February 1968. A petty theft spirals when Sebbe and Adam accidentally destroy the pocket watch meant for an unknown client. Desperate, they turn to watchmaker Karl for an urgent repair, but their anxiety soon shifts to a darker fear. Confined to Karl’s cramped workshop, distrust and rising paranoia transform their predicament into a claustrophobic psychological chamber play. As midnight nears, buried truths and old revenge surface.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tromsø International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonas Lawes
- Screenplay & Story
- Sebastian Secker-Walker
- Original Score
- Mikael Israelsson
- Original Title
- The Watchmaker
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Blue Snow, Seize the Frame
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonas Lawes
Sebastian Secker-Walker
Mikael Israelsson
Niklas Åkerlund
David Berglund
Department Leadership Roster
Jonas Lawes
Director
David Berglund
Producer
Sebastian Secker-Walker
Writer
Niklas Åkerlund
Director of Photography
Mikael Israelsson
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Watchmaker.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Watchmaker
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Watchmaker about?
Stockholm, February 1968. A petty theft spirals when Sebbe and Adam accidentally destroy the pocket watch meant for an unknown client. Desperate, they turn to watchmaker Karl for an urgent repair, but their anxiety soon shifts to a darker fear. Confined to Karl’s cramped workshop, distrust and rising paranoia transform their predicament into a claustrophobic psychological chamber play. As midnight nears, buried truths and old revenge surface.
Who directed The Watchmaker?
The Watchmaker was directed by Jonas Lawes.
Who stars in The Watchmaker?
The principal cast of The Watchmaker includes Olle Sarri, Hanna Alström, Casper Berglund, Otto Fahlgren, Jarmo Mäkinen.
When was The Watchmaker released and how long is it?
The Watchmaker was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for The Watchmaker?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Watchmaker was composed by Mikael Israelsson.