The White Ribbon
2009, German. Directed by Michael Haneke.
An aged tailor recalls his life as the schoolteacher of a small village in Northern Germany that was struck by a series of strange events in the year leading up to WWI.
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Michael HanekeDirector
- Christian FriedelThe School Teacher
- Ernst JacobiThe School Teacher as an Old Man (voice)
- Leonie BeneschEva
- Ulrich TukurThe Baron
- Fion MutertSigmund
- Ursina LardiMarie Louise
- Burghart KlaußnerThe Pastor
- Steffi KühnertThe Pastor's Wife
- Maria DragusKlara
- Josef BierbichlerThe Steward
- Rainer BockThe Doctor
- Susanne LotharThe Midwife
Details
- Released
- 24 September 2009
- Original title
- Das weiße Band – Eine deutsche Kindergeschichte
- Country
- Italy, Germany, Austria, France
- Written by
- Michael Haneke
- Budget
- $22M
- Box office
- $12M
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The White Ribbon: quick answers
Is The White Ribbon worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 1,195 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The White Ribbon?
The White Ribbon runs 144 minutes (2h 24m).
Does The White Ribbon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The White Ribbon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The White Ribbon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The White Ribbon is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The White Ribbon on?
The White Ribbon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The White Ribbon?
If you liked The White Ribbon, try Cracks, Changeling, The Tin Drum.
Who directed The White Ribbon?
The White Ribbon (2009) was directed by Michael Haneke and stars Christian Friedel, Ernst Jacobi, Leonie Benesch.