Kon-Tiki Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Amy Renner

Last modified: Jul. 7, 2013

Kon-Tiki

Release Date: Friday, April 26, 2013 Limited

Director: Joachim Rønning • Espen Sandberg

PG-13 Adventure 1 hr, 58 m

3.8 / 5.0

80% WILL SEE 20% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: In the true story of KON-TIKI, a dangerous seafaring adventure, six men sail from Peru to Polynesia risking their lives for an idea that could change history. Thor Heyerdahl (Hagen) – a restless spirit, along with five loyal buddies, follow an ancient path 4,300 miles across the Pacific on the fragile raft. Attacked by tidal waves, sharks and all the dangers the Ocean can muster, it’s six men battling with nature as Kon-Tiki strives to reach land. Having sacrificed everything for his mission, even his marriage, Thor must succeed.

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Who stars in Kon-Tiki – Cast List

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Who is making Kon-Tiki – Crew List

A look at Kon-Tiki behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Joachim Rønning last helmed TRON: Ares and Young Woman and the Sea.

Director: Joachim Rønning
Espen Sandberg
Screenwriters: —

Studios: The Weinstein Company
Production Company: Hanway Films

Production – What we know about the Kon-Tiki

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Feb 2013

Completed

Changed Kon-Tiki movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned for a disturbing violent sequence
Runtime: 1 hr, 58 m
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Kon-Tiki Trailers and Clips

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Kon-Tiki Release Date: When was the film released?

Kon-Tiki was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, April 26 , 2013. There were 10 10 other movies released on the same date, including Pain and Gain, The Big Wedding and Graceland. As a limited release, Kon-Tiki was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.