Set against the harsh Norwegian winter of 1915, "King of Devil's Island" tells the gripping story of Bastøy, a remote island prison near Oslo that houses young boys aged 11 to 18 deemed delinquent by society. The institution is notorious for its cruel and sadistic treatment of the inmates, where discipline is enforced with brutal severity. Among the staff is Bestyreren, portrayed by Stellan Skarsgård, whose rigid regime contributes to the oppressive atmosphere of the island.
The arrival of a new inmate named Erling, played by Benjamin Helstad, marks a turning point in the narrative. Determined to challenge the authority and escape the island's inhumane conditions, Erling quickly becomes a beacon of hope for the boys. After a tragic event shakes the institution to its core, he rises to lead a rebellion against the tyrannical system that has long oppressed them.
The uprising culminates in the boys seizing control of Bastøy, a rare moment of defiance that sends shockwaves through the establishment. In response, the government dispatches 150 soldiers to the island to quash the rebellion and reimpose order. "King of Devil's Island" powerfully dramatizes this harrowing chapter in history, exploring themes of resilience, injustice, and the fight for freedom in the face of overwhelming oppression.
Main Cast of King of Devil's Island
Stellan Skarsgård
Benjamin Helstad
Kristoffer Joner
Crew of King of Devil's Island
Full backstage crew list →- Released December 16, 2010