Afire
2023, German. Directed by Christian Petzold.
Self-important author Leon joins his best friend on a summer holiday near the Baltic Sea to complete his novel. When they arrive, they find their house is already occupied by a carefree woman who challenges Leon to open up. Meanwhile, forest wildfires rage around them and impending disaster looms.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 277 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Afire
Afire is streaming on MUBI in India.
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Cast & crew
- Christian PetzoldDirector
- Thomas SchubertLeon
- Paula BeerNadja
- Langston UibelFelix
- Enno TrebsDevid
- Matthias BrandtHelmut
- Jennipher AntoniMrs. Roland, Cashier
- Ralph BarnebeckPolice Officer
- Esther EscheMrs. König, Hotel Manager
- Mario FürstenbergMale Nurse
- Assunta HammNurse
- Markus SchweigerPathologist
- Sven TarnowskiPolice Officer
Details
- Released
- 20 April 2023
- Original title
- Roter Himmel
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Christian Petzold
- Box office
- $2.1M
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Afire: quick answers
Is Afire worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 277 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Afire?
Afire runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Afire have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Afire. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Afire parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Afire is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Afire on?
Afire is streaming on MUBI in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Afire?
If you liked Afire, try Shag, When Harry Met Sally..., Cocoon.
Who directed Afire?
Afire (2023) was directed by Christian Petzold and stars Thomas Schubert, Paula Beer, Langston Uibel.