Lenz
1971, German. Directed by George Moorse.
Film adaptation of the short Büchner story of the same name, which tells of the stay of the psychotic Sturm und Drang poet Lenz in the home of the Alsatian priest and philanthropist Oberlin. The poet, whose pathological hallucinations are becoming increasingly unbearable, hopes for help from the gentle clergyman. But Oberlin, too, knows no advice; he regards his friend's illness as God-given.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
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- Released
- 24 March 1971
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Georg Büchner, George Moorse
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What Lenz is based on
Lenz is based on Lenz (1839).
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Lenz runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
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Lenz isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
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If you liked Lenz, try Girl in the Box, The Young One, Someday We'll Tell Each Other Everything.
Who directed Lenz?
Lenz (1971) was directed by George Moorse and stars Michael König, Louis Waldon, Grischa Huber.
What is Lenz based on?
Lenz is based on Lenz (1839).