Where to watch Ariel in United States
Ariel is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States. Availability checked 6 June 2026.
About Ariel
Ariel is a 1988 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Romance genres, directed by Aki Kaurismäki, starring Turo Pajala, Susanna Haavisto and Matti Pellonpää. It has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 375 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ariel in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Overview
A Finnish man goes to the city to find a job after the mine where he worked is closed and his father commits suicide.
Top cast
Turo Pajala
Taisto Kasurinen
Susanna Haavisto
Irmeli Pihlaja
Matti Pellonpää
Mikkonen
Eetu Hilkamo
Riku
Erkki Pajala
Miner
Matti Jaaranen
Mugger
Hannu Viholainen
Accomplice
Jorma Markkula
Tallyman
Tarja Keinänen
Woman in Harbour
Eino Kuusela
Man on Beach
Kauko Laalo
Night Hostel Manager
Jyrki Olsonen
Man in Night Hostel
Esko Nikkari
Car Dealer
Marja Packalén
Judge
Mikko Remes
Prison Doctor
Tomi Salmela
Guard
Reijo Marin
Guard
Heikki Salomaa
Guard
Veikko Uusimäki
Mayor
Esko Salminen
Crook
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Ariel in United States?+
In United States, you can stream Ariel on Criterion Channel.
Is Ariel on Netflix?+
Ariel is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Criterion Channel.
How long is Ariel?+
Ariel has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).
Who stars in Ariel?+
Ariel stars Turo Pajala, Susanna Haavisto, Matti Pellonpää, Eetu Hilkamo and Erkki Pajala.
When did Ariel come out?+
Ariel is a 1988 movie directed by Aki Kaurismäki.
What genre is Ariel?+
Ariel is Comedy, Drama, Romance and Crime film.
Who directed Ariel?+
Ariel was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.
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