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Funny Games

1997, German. Directed by Michael Haneke.

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Two psychotic young men take a mother, father, and son hostage in their vacation cabin and force them to play sadistic "games" with one another for their own amusement.

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Runtime
1h 49m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
German
Rated
R

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7.3/10 from 2,223 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Funny Games is streaming on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Howdy in India.

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Released
11 September 1997
Country
Austria
Written by
Michael Haneke
Box office
$2.5K
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Is Funny Games worth watching?

Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 2,223 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Funny Games?

Funny Games runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).

Does Funny Games have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Funny Games. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Funny Games parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Funny Games is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Funny Games on?

Funny Games is streaming on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Howdy in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like Funny Games?

If you liked Funny Games, try The Last House on the Left, Antichrist, The House That Jack Built.

Who directed Funny Games?

Funny Games (1997) was directed by Michael Haneke and stars Susanne Lothar, Ulrich Mühe, Arno Frisch.

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