The Hell of '63
De hel van '63
Synopsis
When extreme weather suddenly hits the Netherlands in 1963, a 120-mile tour skating event taking place on natural ice forces its contestants to contend with life-threatening race conditions.
Top Cast
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Chantal Janzen
Dieuwke
Cas Jansen
Henk Brenninkmeijer
Chris Zegers
Kees Ferwerda
Cees Geel
Sergeant-Majoor Hoeks
Chava Voor in 't Holt
Annemiek
Lourens van den Akker
Sjoerd Lelkema
Willeke van Ammelrooy
Moeder Wil
Pierre Bokma
Commissaris der Koningin Harry Linthorst Homan
Dirk Zeelenberg
Telegraaf-journalist Jack van Houten
Dennis Overeem
Militair Edwin
Kees Prins
TV-commentator
Peter Tuinman
Eisinga
Joop Wittermans
Wolf
Lottie Hellingman
Annie
Rense Westra
Ritsma - Voorzitter Vereniging de Friesche Elf Steden
Tim Douwsma
Melle
Peggy Vrijens
Journalist Joke
Robbert Blokland
Journalist Robbert
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steven de Jong
- Screenplay & Story
- Maarten Lebens, Jean Ummels, Steven de Jong
- Original Score
- Ronald Schilperoort
- Original Title
- De hel van '63
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Frisian, Dutch
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Two Young Rights, Bridge Entertainment Group, CoBo Fonds, Katholieke Radio Omroep (KRO), Nederlands Fonds voor de Film, Steven de Jong Producties
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steven de Jong
Maarten Lebens, Jean Ummels, Steven de Jong
Ronald Schilperoort
François Perrier
Sandor Soeteman
Mignon Huisman, Ate de Jong, Steven de Jong, Klaas de Jong
Department Leadership Roster
Maarten Lebens
Writer
Jean Ummels
Writer
Steven de Jong
Producer
Sandor Soeteman
Editor
Klaas de Jong
Producer
Steven de Jong
Writer
Steven de Jong
Director
Ronald Schilperoort
Original Music Composer
François Perrier
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hell of '63
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What is The Hell of '63 about?
When extreme weather suddenly hits the Netherlands in 1963, a 120-mile tour skating event taking place on natural ice forces its contestants to contend with life-threatening race conditions.
Who directed The Hell of '63?
The Hell of '63 was directed by Steven de Jong.
Who stars in The Hell of '63?
The principal cast of The Hell of '63 includes Chantal Janzen, Cas Jansen, Chris Zegers, Cees Geel, Chava Voor in 't Holt.
When was The Hell of '63 released and how long is it?
The Hell of '63 was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hell of '63?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hell of '63 was composed by Ronald Schilperoort.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hell of '63?
The Hell of '63 holds official age classifications: FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.).