Insomnia
“No peace for the wicked”
Synopsis
Detectives Jonas and Erik are called to the midnight sun country of northern Norway to investigate a recent homicide, but their plan to arrest the killer goes awry, and Jonas mistakenly shoots Erik. The suspect escapes, and a frightened Jonas pins Erik's death on the fugitive. Jonas continues to pursue the killer as he seeks to protect himself; however, his mounting guilt and the omnipresent sun plague him with an insomnia that affects his sanity.
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Mark Kermode reviews Insomnia (1997) | BFI PlayerOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2026-06-11
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Stellan Skarsgård
Jonas Engström
Sverre Anker Ousdal
Erik Vik
Bjørn Floberg
Jon Holt
Maria Mathiesen
Tanja Lorentzen
Gisken Armand
Hilde Hagen
Kristian Figenschow
Arne Zakariassen
Thor Michael Aamodt
Tom Engen
Frode Rasmussen
Chief of Police
Bjørn Moan
Eilert
Maria Bonnevie
Ane
Marianne O. Ulrichsen
Frøya
Guri Johnson
Mia Nikolaisen (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Mar del Plata Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 29, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 16, 1997
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$228K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erik Skjoldbjærg
- Screenplay & Story
- Nikolaj Frobenius, Erik Skjoldbjærg
- Original Score
- Geir Jenssen
- Original Title
- Insomnia
- Country of Origin
- Norway
- Spoken Languages
- Norwegian, Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Worldwide Gross
- $228K
- Production Studios
- Norsk Film, Nordic Screen Production AS, Norsk Filminstitutt
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erik Skjoldbjærg
Nikolaj Frobenius, Erik Skjoldbjærg
Geir Jenssen
Erling Thurmann-Andersen
Håkon Øverås
Petter J. Borgli, Tomas Backström, Tom Remlov
Department Leadership Roster
Petter J. Borgli
Producer
Erik Skjoldbjærg
Director
Tomas Backström
Producer
Håkon Øverås
Editor
Runa Fønne
Costume Design
Tom Remlov
Producer
Geir Jenssen
Original Music Composer
Eli Bø
Production Design
Erling Thurmann-Andersen
Director of Photography
Nikolaj Frobenius
Writer
Erik Skjoldbjærg
Writer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Insomnia
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What is Insomnia about?
Detectives Jonas and Erik are called to the midnight sun country of northern Norway to investigate a recent homicide, but their plan to arrest the killer goes awry, and Jonas mistakenly shoots Erik. The suspect escapes, and a frightened Jonas pins Erik's death on the fugitive. Jonas continues to pursue the killer as he seeks to protect himself; however, his mounting guilt and the omnipresent sun plague him with an insomnia that affects his sanity.
Who directed Insomnia?
Insomnia was directed by Erik Skjoldbjærg.
Who stars in Insomnia?
The principal cast of Insomnia includes Stellan Skarsgård, Sverre Anker Ousdal, Bjørn Floberg, Maria Mathiesen, Gisken Armand.
When was Insomnia released and how long is it?
Insomnia was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
How much did Insomnia make at the box office?
Insomnia grossed $228K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Insomnia?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Insomnia was composed by Geir Jenssen.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Insomnia?
Insomnia holds official age classifications: CA: 18A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).