---
title: "Five Days in August"
year: 1973
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/five-days-in-august-1973"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 296894
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 3.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Five Days in August (1973) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/five-days-in-august-1973

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Five Days in August is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by A/S Elan Film. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A divorced mother explores bohemian life over five transformative days."

### Why Watch
- Insightful look at alternative lifestyles
- Strong character-driven storytelling
- Authentic 1970s atmosphere

### Caveats & Content Note
- Emphasis on everyday encounters may feel slow for viewers seeking plot-driven action
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for mature audiences seeking thoughtful, relationship‑focused storytelling.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, romance, intimate, slice-of-life

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/five-days-in-august-1973#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Svend Wam
- **Networks / Studios**: A/S Elan Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Margrete Robsahm** as *Viveca*
- **Kjersti Døvigen** as *Aud*
- **Eli Anne Linnestad** as *Viveca's Friend*
- **Stellan Skarsgård** as *Christer*
- **Thomas Robsahm** as *Thomas*
- **Harald Heide-Steen Jr.** as *Alfred*
- **Einar Olsen** as *El Yucan*
- **Kari Svendsen** as *Stina*
- **Morten Andresen** as *Læregutten*
- **Bente Børsum** as *Barnehagelærerinne*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film’s genre?
It is classified as drama and romance.

### Q: When was Five Days in August released?
The film premiered on January 25, 1973.

### Q: How long is the movie?
Its runtime is approximately one hour and thirty‑five minutes.

### Q: Who are the central characters?
The story follows Viveca, a 31‑year‑old divorced mother, and her friend Aud.

### Q: What language is the film presented in?
The film is listed in English on its TMDB page.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Five Days in August — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/296894)
- [Another Five Days [Evs Hing Or] (1978) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/4476951-another-five-days)

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