---
title: "Sorrow and Joy"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sorrow-and-joy-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 191293
imdb_id: "tt3089978"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 107
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 25
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Sorrow and Joy (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sorrow-and-joy-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Sorrow and Joy" (2013).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed details (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, asterisks, headings, bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Length: 150-190 words.
Title: Sorrow and Joy (Danish: Sorg og glæde).
Year: 2013.
Genre: Drama.
Director: Nils Malmros.
Country/Language: Danish.
Runtime: 1h 47m.
Release Date: 09/25/2013 (DK).
Characters: Johannes (filmmaker), Signe (schoolteacher/wife).
Cast: Jakob Cedergren, Helle Fagralid, Ida Dwinger, Kristian Halken.
Plot/Subject:
Johannes and Signe experience extreme sorrow and misfortune.
They attempt to reach mutual and mature love to continue life.
It is an autobiographical film.
It recounts a tragic event: Malmros' wife, who suffered from bipolar disorder (also described as manic-depressive), killed their infant daughter with a knife.
The film covers how Malmros met his wife, a teacher

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nils Malmros
- **Networks / Studios**: Nordisk Film Denmark, Nordisk Film Sweden

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jakob Cedergren** as *Johannes*
- **Helle Fagralid** as *Signe*
- **Nicolas Bro** as *Birkemose*
- **Ida Dwinger** as *Else*
- **Søren Pilmark** as *Advokaten*
- **Kristian Halken** as *Laurits*
- **Helle Hertz**
- **Niels Weyde**
- **Maja Dybboe**
- **Mads Hammer Larsen**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Sorrow and Joy online?
Sorrow and Joy is currently available to watch or stream on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Sorrow and Joy worth watching?
Sorrow and Joy holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 25 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Sorrow and Joy and when was it released?
Sorrow and Joy is a feature film with a runtime of 107 minutes. It was released in 2013. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Sorrow and Joy?
Sorrow and Joy was directed by Nils Malmros.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Sorrow and Joy — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/191293)
- [Sorrow and Joy - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sorrow_and_Joy)
- [Sorrow and Joy (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/191293-sorg-og-glaede/cast)
- [Sorrow and Joy (2013) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3089978/)
- [Sorrow and Joy (2013) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/sorrow-and-joy/credits)

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