Hygge
Released in January 2026. Hygge is a drama film. directed by Zarah Schrade.
Starring Eva Maria Jost, Bayan Layla, and Catrin Striebeck
Synopsis
A couple consisting of two women, Levi and Minu, participate in a reality TV show called Hygge, inspired by the Swedish lifestyle concept of the same name. On an island, the new community they form part of takes advantage of their remoteness from society in order to experiment with its own values. But contrary to Levi's expectations, the ideals of traditional gender roles still seem to prevail among the show’s bosses. Therefore, at a certain point, Levi tries to escape and to convince Minu to leave with her.
Quick Facts
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Klinkerfilm
- NDR
- MOIN Filmförderung Hamburg Schleswig-Holstein
- nordmedia
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hygge about?
A couple consisting of two women, Levi and Minu, participate in a reality TV show called Hygge, inspired by the Swedish lifestyle concept of the same name. On an island, the new community they form...
Who directed Hygge?
Hygge was directed by Zarah Schrade.
How long is Hygge?
Hygge has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Hygge released?
Hygge was released on January 21, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hygge?
The main cast of Hygge includes Eva Maria Jost, Bayan Layla, Catrin Striebeck, Jenny Elvers, André Hennicke.