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Released: April 17, 1997 Runtime: 122 min Rating: 3.7/10

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Character (1997) puts the genre vibe front and center, aiming for clarity, momentum, and a clean payoff. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Jan Decleir, Fedja van Huêt, and Betty Schuurman—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 3.7/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.

Character (1997)

Rating 7.3

Released: April 17, 1997 Runtime: 122 min : 3.7/10 from 114 votes

Cast: Jan Decleir, Fedja van Huêt, Betty Schuurman, Tamar van den Dop, Victor Löw, Hans Kesting

In pre-WWII Holland, the penniless, illegitimate son of a powerful bailiff sets out to become a lawyer as he spends a lifetime struggling to prove his worth to his relentlessly spiteful father.