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Drifting Clouds

7.619961h 37mNRMovieComedyDrama

The ever-poker-faced Ilona loses her job as a restaurant hostess, as her tram driver husband, Lauri, also finds himself out of work. Together they must hit the streets of Helsinki, facing up to hardship and humiliation in their quest for survival, guided through the gloom by a ray of hope.

DirectorAki Kaurismäki

WriterAki Kaurismäki

ProducerAki Kaurismäki

Where to watch

Criterion Channel

Criterion Channel

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Aki Kaurismäki

Kati Outinen

Kari Väänänen

Kari Väänänen

Elina Salo

Sakari Kuosmanen

Sakari Kuosmanen

Markku Peltola

Matti Onnismaa

Shelley Fisher

Markus Allan

Orchestra Member

Pauli Granfelt

Orchestra Member

Kari Lindqvist

Orchestra Member

Pentti Mutikainen

Pentti Mutikainen

Orchestra Member

Tommi Parkkonen

Tommi Parkkonen

Orchestra Member

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Drifting Clouds — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Drifting Clouds?

Drifting Clouds is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Drifting Clouds on Netflix?

No, Drifting Clouds is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Drifting Clouds on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Drifting Clouds isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Drifting Clouds for free?

Drifting Clouds is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.