Number 24 (2024)
A gripping Norwegian war drama chronicling the true story of Gunnar Sønsteby, the fearless resistance fighter who defied Nazi occupation.
Number 24 - Movie Information
- Original Title: Nr. 24
- Release Year: 2024
- Directed by: John Andreas Andersen
- Type: Movie
- Genres: War, History, Drama
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 52m
- Original Language: Norwegian
- Spoken Languages: English, Norwegian
- Release Date (Theatrical): October 30, 2024 (Norway - 12)
- Alternative Titles: Numéro 24 (FR), Número 24 (BR), Number 24 (DE), Номер 24 (UA), 24-es (HU), N.º 24 (AR), No. 24 (MX), 编号24 (CN)
- Production Companies: Motion Blur, SF Norge
- Production Countries: Norway
Number 24 - Plot
On the brink of the Second World War, a young Norwegian man's drive to resist the Nazis sets a new course for his future – and the future of his country.
Number 24 - Trailer
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Number 24 - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- John Andreas Andersen
Main Cast
- Sjur Vatne Brean
- Erik Hivju
- Philip Helgar
- Magnus Dugdale
- Jakob Maanum Trulsen
- Jacob Jensen
- Flo Fagerli
- Ines Høysæter Asserson
- Lisa Loven Kongsli
- Martin Karelius Østensen
Writers
- Christopher Grøndahl
- Vibeke Idsøe
- Erlend Loe
Producers
- Espen Horn
- John M. Jacobsen
- Kristian Strand Sinkerud
- Terje Strømstad
Number 24 - FAQs
Is Number 24 based on a true story?
Yes, Number 24 is based on the real life of Gunnar Sønsteby, Norway's most decorated resistance fighter of World War II. Known by his code name "Number 24," Sønsteby carried out sabotage operations against the Nazi occupation and became a national hero.
Who was Gunnar Sønsteby, the real Number 24?
Gunnar Sønsteby was Norway's most celebrated WWII resistance operative, codenamed "Number 24" by the British Special Operations Executive. He led daring sabotage missions against the German occupation, disrupting Nazi infrastructure and troop movements, and was the most decorated Norwegian of the war.
Where can I stream Number 24?
Number 24 is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability may vary by region, so check your local Netflix library to confirm access.
Who are the main actors in Number 24?
Number 24 stars Sjur Vatne Brean as the young Gunnar Sønsteby and Erik Hivju as the older Sønsteby. The cast also includes Philip Helgar, Magnus Dugdale, Jakob Maanum Trulsen, Jacob Jensen, Ines Høysæter Asserson, and Lisa Loven Kongsli, among others.
What is the age rating for Number 24?
Number 24 is rated R in the United States. The rating reflects the film's depictions of wartime violence, danger, and the brutal realities of Nazi occupation in Norway during World War II. Viewer discretion is advised.
What is Number 24 about?
Number 24 follows a young Norwegian man who joins the resistance against the Nazi occupation of Norway during World War II. Driven by patriotism and moral conviction, he undertakes increasingly dangerous missions that shape both his own destiny and the broader fate of his occupied homeland.
How long is Number 24?
Number 24 has a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes (112 minutes). The film was directed by John Andreas Andersen and originally released in Norway on October 30, 2024, before becoming available internationally on Netflix.
What are similar movies to Number 24?
If you enjoyed Number 24, you may also appreciate War Sailor (2022), a Norwegian drama about civilians caught in WWII, as well as Strayed (2003) and Seven Beauties (1975), which explore survival and moral complexity during wartime. Stalin's James Bond (2017) offers another real-life espionage angle.
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