Tom of Finland (2017): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Tom of Finland
Director: Dome Karukoski
Genre: Drama
Released: 2017
Duration: 116 min
Cast: Pekka Strang, Lauri Tilkanen, Jessica Grabowsky, Taisto Oksanen, Seumas F. Sargent

What Tom of Finland Is About

Touko Laaksonen, a decorated officer, returns home after a harrowing and heroic experience serving his country in World War II, but life in Finland during peacetime proves equally distressing. He finds peace-time Helsinki rampant with persecution of the homosexual and men around him even being pressured to marry women and have children. Touko finds refuge in his liberating art, specialising in homoerotic drawings of muscular men, free of inhibitions. His work – made famous by his signature ‘Tom of Finland’ – became the emblem of a generation of men and fanned the flames of a gay revolution.

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What is Tom of Finland about?

Touko Laaksonen, a decorated officer, returns home after a harrowing and heroic experience serving his country in World War II, but life in Finland during peacetime proves equally distressing. He finds peace-time Helsinki rampant with persecution of the homosexual and men around him even being pressured to marry women and have children.

Where can I watch Tom of Finland?

Tom of Finland is available to watch on digital platforms such as Kino Film Collection, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Tom of Finland?

Tom of Finland runs for 116 minutes (1h 56m).

When did Tom of Finland come out?

Tom of Finland was released in 2017.

Who directed Tom of Finland?

Tom of Finland was directed by Dome Karukoski.

Who stars in Tom of Finland?

Tom of Finland stars Pekka Strang, Lauri Tilkanen, Jessica Grabowsky, Taisto Oksanen.

What is Tom of Finland's rating?

Tom of Finland holds 6.8/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.