The Circle
2014, German. Directed by Stefan Haupt.
A young teacher in Zurich in the 1950s falls in love with a transvestite star but is torn between his bourgeois existence and his commitment to homosexuality. He joins a gay organization that is eventually seen as the pioneer of gay emancipation in Europe.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Stefan HauptDirector
- Matthias HungerbühlerErnst Ostertag
- Sven SchelkerRöbi Rapp
- Babett ArensRomy Sieber
- Aaron HitzTeacher Willi Öttli
- Martin HugCommissioner Baumgartner
- Peter JecklinPrincipal Dr. Max Sieber
- Ueli JäggiMartin Ostertag
- Sebastian LedesmaRinaldi - Italian Rent-Boy
- Marie LeuenbergerMiss Gabi Gerster
- Matthias MeierJean-Martin
- Markus MerzCommissioner Stamm
- Antoine Monot Jr.Gian
Details
- Released
- 18 September 2014
- Original title
- Der Kreis
- Country
- Switzerland
- Written by
- Christian Felix, Stefan Haupt, Urs Frey
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The Circle: quick answers
Is The Circle worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 43 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Circle?
The Circle runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Circle have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Circle. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Circle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Circle yet.
Which OTT platform is The Circle on?
The Circle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Circle?
If you liked The Circle, try 20,000 Days on Earth, Bridegroom, Welcome to Chechnya.
Who directed The Circle?
The Circle (2014) was directed by Stefan Haupt and stars Matthias Hungerbühler, Sven Schelker, Babett Arens.