Edvard Munch's childhood is overshadowed by death: he suffers the loss of his sister and mother, while enduring serious illness himself, almost dying. At university, Munch discovers his talent as a painter. As he immerses himself in the art world, he becomes part of a cultural revolution led by the likes of nihilist Hans Jæger.

Geir Westby
as Edvard Munch

Gro Fraas
as Fru Heiberg

Eric Allum
as Edvard Munch - 1868

Ragnvald Caspari
as Peter Andreas Munch - 1868

Kerstii Allum
as Sophie Munch - 1868

Susan Troldmyr
as Laura Munch - 1868

Katja Pedersen
as Inger Munch - 1868

Hjordis Ulriksen
as Housemaid - 1868

Amund Berge
as Edvard Munch - 1875

Erik Kristiansen
as Peter Andreas Munch - 1875