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Katzelmacher

1969, German. Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

A group of young slackers spend most of their time hanging out in front of a Munich apartment building. When a Greek immigrant named Jorgos moves in, however, their aimless lives are shaken up. Soon, new tensions arise both within the group and with Jorgos.

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Runtime
1h 30m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
German
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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.4/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Katzelmacher is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.

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Released
22 November 1969
Country
Germany
Written by
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
small townforeignermunich, germanybourgeoisiexenophobiawest germanymunich

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What Katzelmacher is based on

Katzelmacher is based on Katzelmacher (1968) by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

  • 1968

    Katzelmacher

    By Rainer Werner Fassbinder

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Katzelmacher: quick answers

Is Katzelmacher worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 59 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Katzelmacher?

Katzelmacher runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).

Does Katzelmacher have a post-credits scene?

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

Katzelmacher parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

No age rating is listed for Katzelmacher yet.

Which OTT platform is Katzelmacher on?

Katzelmacher is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 2 November 2026.)

What movies are like Katzelmacher?

If you liked Katzelmacher, try The Young One, We Are Young. We Are Strong., Hardball.

Who directed Katzelmacher?

Katzelmacher (1969) was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder and stars Hanna Schygulla, Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Hans Hirschmüller.

What is Katzelmacher based on?

Katzelmacher is based on Katzelmacher (1968) by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

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