The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala (2026)
Karelia in the 12th century. The feud between Kalervo and Untamo leads to the massacre of an entire village. The only survivor is Kalervo's son Kullervo, whom Untamo decides to raise as his own. As he grows up, Kullervo's brute strength and rebellious nature make him dangerous, and the villagers want to get rid of him for good. Kullervo spends his entire life searching for a purpose for his existence and skills. When the events of the past are revealed to him, his fate is clear. The path of revenge leads Kullervo to confront Untamo and force him to account for his sins.
Director: Antti J. Jokinen
Genre: Drama, Action
Runtime: 143 min
Release Date: January 16, 2026
Cast
- Elias Salonen - Kullervo
- Eero Aho - Untamo
- Ilkka Koivula - Wäinö
- Krista Kosonen - Pohjan Neito
- Olli Rahkonen - Ilmarinen
- Johannes Holopainen - Kalervo
- Seela Sella - Muori
Screenplay
Production: Finland Storm Inc., ReelMedia
Country: Finland
Language: suomi
Budget: $5M
Original Language: fi
Keywords
finnish mythology, kalevala (finnish national epic)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala about?
- Karelia in the 12th century. The feud between Kalervo and Untamo leads to the massacre of an entire village. The only survivor is Kalervo's son Kullervo, whom Untamo decides to raise as his own. As he grows up, Kullervo's brute strength and rebellious nature make him dangerous, and the villagers want to get rid of him for good. Kullervo spends his entire life searching for a purpose for his existence and skills. When the events of the past are revealed to him, his fate is clear. The path of revenge leads Kullervo to confront Untamo and force him to account for his sins.
- Who directed The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala?
- The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala was directed by Antti J. Jokinen.
- Who stars in The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala?
- The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala stars Elias Salonen, Eero Aho, Ilkka Koivula, Krista Kosonen, Olli Rahkonen, Johannes Holopainen.
- How long is The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala?
- The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala has a runtime of 2h 23m (143 minutes).
- What genre is The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala?
- The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala is a Drama, Action film.
- What is the budget of The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala?
- The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala had a budget of $5M.
- Where was The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala produced?
- The Son of Revenge – The Story of Kalevala was produced in Finland.