The Misfortunates
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About
13-year-old Gunther Strobbe grows up surrounded by alcohol, trash and his completely useless father and uncles. Slowly but surely, he's being prepared for the same hapless life. Can he defy his destiny?
Cast
Kenneth Vanbaeden
as Kleine Gunther Strobbe (13 jaar)
Valentijn Dhaenens
as Gunther Strobbe
Koen De Graeve
as Marcel 'Celle' Strobbe
Wouter Hendrickx
as Lowie 'Petrol' Strobbe
Johan Heldenbergh
as Pieter 'Breejen' Strobbe
Bert Haelvoet
as Koen Strobbe
Gilda De Bal
as Meetje
Natali Broods
as Rosie
Pauline Grossen
as Sylvie
Sofie Palmers
as Vriendin Gunther
Guy Dermul
as Directeur school
Jos Geens
as André
Charlotte Vandermeersch
as Konijn
Lynn Van Royen
as Rostje
Yves Degryse
as Franky
Sara de Bosschere
as Nele Fockedey
Robbie Cleiren
as Deurwaarder
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Stream The Misfortunates online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama and comedy movie originally produced in NL and released in 2009, it's earned a solid 7.2/10 from 215 viewers worldwide.
About The Misfortunates
13-year-old Gunther Strobbe grows up surrounded by alcohol, trash and his completely useless father and uncles. Slowly but surely, he's being prepared for the same hapless life. Can he defy his destiny? Running 108 minutes.
The Misfortunates Cast and Characters
The cast features Kenneth Vanbaeden (as Kleine Gunther Strobbe (13 jaar)), Valentijn Dhaenens (as Gunther Strobbe), Koen De Graeve (as Marcel 'Celle' Strobbe), Wouter Hendrickx (as Lowie 'Petrol' Strobbe), and Johan Heldenbergh (as Pieter 'Breejen' Strobbe). Their performances are a major reason The Misfortunates has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Misfortunates NowWhy People Are Watching The Misfortunates
The Misfortunates flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy NL storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Misfortunates
Where can I watch The Misfortunates online for free?
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How long is The Misfortunates?
The Misfortunates runs for 108 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is The Misfortunates good? What's the rating?
The Misfortunates holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 215 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Misfortunates?
The main cast includes Kenneth Vanbaeden, Valentijn Dhaenens, Koen De Graeve, and Wouter Hendrickx, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Misfortunates available in NL?
Yes — The Misfortunates was originally produced in NL and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Misfortunates released?
The Misfortunates was released in 2009.
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Where can I watch The Misfortunates for free?
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What is The Misfortunates about?
The Misfortunates is a Drama/Comedy film. 13-year-old Gunther Strobbe grows up surrounded by alcohol, trash and his completely useless father and uncles. Slowly but surely, he's being prepared for the same hapless life. Can he defy his destiny?
When was The Misfortunates released?
The Misfortunates was released on October 7, 2009. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. The film was produced by Menuet.
Who stars in The Misfortunates?
The Misfortunates stars Kenneth Vanbaeden, Valentijn Dhaenens, Koen De Graeve and Wouter Hendrickx. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Misfortunates available in HD?
Yes, The Misfortunates is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.