The Swede of Philadelphia
Nov 07, 2025 · 1h 45m
Director
Charlie MinnOverview
Pelle Lindbergh was one of the rising stars of the NHL after winning the Vezina trophy (best goalie in the NHL) and leading the Philadelphia Flyers to the finals, both in 1985. At 26, he seemingly had his whole life ahead of him. On November 10th, 1985 Pelle crashed his Porsche in Somerdale, NJ and died the following day. Two others survived the accident. "The Swede of Philadelphia" is an in-depth and intense look at the "goalie, the man, the decision." Acclaimed director Charlie Minn(Lionsgate, ID channel and Amazon Prime video) interviews many of Pelle's teammates, team staff and journalists to shape every aspect of a hockey player that paved the way for future European and Swedish goalies to follow their dreams into the NHL.
Cast of The Swede of Philadelphia
Dave BrownSelf- Glenn ReschSelf
- Mark HoweSelf
- Brian ProppSelf
- Bob FroeseSelf
Rick TocchetSelf- Bobby TaylorSelf
- Murray CravenSelf
- Bernie ParentSelf
- Kevin CadySelf
- Al MorgantiSelf
- Derek SettlemyerSelf
- Dale ArnoldSelf
- Charlie PopeSelf
- Jim MohanSelf
- Frank RizzoSelf
- Bettyann Cowling CarsonSelf
- Kathyleen McNealSelf
- Ed ParvinSelf
- Bill MeltzerSelf
Crew of The Swede of Philadelphia
About The Swede of Philadelphia
What is The Swede of Philadelphia about?
Pelle Lindbergh was one of the rising stars of the NHL after winning the Vezina trophy (best goalie in the NHL) and leading the Philadelphia Flyers to the finals, both in 1985. At 26, he seemingly had his whole life ahead of him. On November 10th, 1985 Pelle crashed his Porsche in Somerdale, NJ and died the following day. Two others survived the accident. "The Swede of Philadelphia" is an…
When was The Swede of Philadelphia released?
The Swede of Philadelphia was released on November 7, 2025.
Where can I watch The Swede of Philadelphia?
The Swede of Philadelphia is streaming on DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is The Swede of Philadelphia?
The Swede of Philadelphia runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
Who directed The Swede of Philadelphia?
The Swede of Philadelphia was directed by Charlie Minn.
Who is in the cast of The Swede of Philadelphia?
The cast of The Swede of Philadelphia includes Dave Brown (Self), Glenn Resch (Self), Mark Howe (Self), Brian Propp (Self) and Bob Froese (Self).
Is The Swede of Philadelphia on Netflix?
No, The Swede of Philadelphia is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel instead.