The German Lesson
2019, German. Directed by Christian Schwochow.
In a small North German village a drama played out during and shortly after the Second World War about duty versus individual conscience and morality.
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Christian SchwochowDirector
- Ulrich NoethenJens Ole Jepsen
- Tobias MorettiMax Ludwig Nansen
- Levi EisenblätterSiggi Jepsen
- Tom GronauSiggi Jepsen (adult)
- Johanna WokalekDitte Nansen
- Sonja RichterGudrun Jepsen
- Maria DragusHilke Jepsen
- Louis HofmannKlaas Jepsen
- Artus-Maria MatthiessenDirector Himpel
- Marek HarloffKarl Rasmussen
- Tom ZahnerJoswig
- Peter BadstübnerOkko Brodersen
Details
- Released
- 3 October 2019
- Original title
- Deutschstunde
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Heide Schwochow
- Box office
- $1.2M
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What The German Lesson is based on
The German Lesson is based on The German lesson (1968).
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The German lesson
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The German Lesson: quick answers
Is The German Lesson worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The German Lesson?
The German Lesson runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
Does The German Lesson have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The German Lesson. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The German Lesson parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The German Lesson yet.
Which OTT platform is The German Lesson on?
The German Lesson isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The German Lesson?
If you liked The German Lesson, try Paula, What Maisie Knew, Skin.
Who directed The German Lesson?
The German Lesson (2019) was directed by Christian Schwochow and stars Ulrich Noethen, Tobias Moretti, Levi Eisenblätter.
What is The German Lesson based on?
The German Lesson is based on The German lesson (1968).