Germany, Year Zero
“A soldier can lose everything but his courage.”
In the ruins of post-WWII Berlin, a twelve-year-old boy is left to his own devices in order to help provide for his family.
Where to watch Germany, Year Zero in United States
Can I watch Germany, Year Zero in United States? Yes — you can stream Germany, Year Zero in United States on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, and HBO Max.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max | — |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | — |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | — |
| Australia | Rialto Amazon Channel | — |
| Germany | Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel, Arthaus+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Gaumont Amazon Channel | Canal VOD, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , Filmin | Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Looke, NetMovies | — |
| Japan | — | FOD |
| South Korea | FilmBox+ | — |
About Germany, Year Zero
Germany, Year Zero is a 1948 Italian-language drama film directed by Roberto Rossellini. The cast is led by Edmund Moeschke, Ernst Pittschau, Ingetraud Hinze. It has a runtime of 1h 14m. Viewers rate it 7.6/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max.
Germany, Year Zero was produced by Produzione Salvo D'Angelo, Tevere Film, and SAFDI and made in France and Germany. It was released on July 11, 1948, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Roberto Rossellini
- Writers
- Roberto Rossellini, Max Kolpé, Carlo Lizzani
- Release date
- July 11, 1948
- Original language
- Italian
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Germany
- Budget
- $0 million
- Production
- Produzione Salvo D'Angelo, Tevere Film, SAFDI
Germany, Year Zero cast & crew
Germany, Year Zero was directed by Roberto Rossellini and written by Roberto Rossellini, Max Kolpé, and Carlo Lizzani.
The cast features Edmund Moeschke as Edmund, Ernst Pittschau as Father, Ingetraud Hinze as Eva, Franz-Otto Krüger as Karl-Heinz, Erich Gühne as Teacher, and Heidi Blänkner as Frau Rademaker (uncredited).
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Renzo Rossellini, cinematography is by Robert Juillard, and it was produced by Roberto Rossellini and Alfredo Guarini.
Is Germany, Year Zero worth watching?
Germany, Year Zero holds an audience score of 7.6/10 from 431 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 14m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, Germany, Year Zero is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Germany, Year Zero
Edmund Moeschke
Edmund
Ernst Pittschau
Father
Ingetraud Hinze
Eva
Franz-Otto Krüger
Karl-Heinz
Erich Gühne
Teacher
Heidi Blänkner
Frau Rademaker (uncredited)
Jo Herbst
Jo (uncredited)
Barbara Hintz
Thilde (uncredited)
Adolf Hitler
Self (archive footage) (voice) (uncredited)
Karl Krüger
Doctor (uncredited)
Alexandra Manys
Eva's Friend (uncredited)
Christl Merker
Christl (uncredited)
Germany, Year Zero — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Germany, Year Zero in United States?
Germany, Year Zero is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max in United States.
▸Is Germany, Year Zero on HBO Max Amazon Channel?
Yes — Germany, Year Zero is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Germany, Year Zero in?
Germany, Year Zero is originally in Italian, with audio tracks including English, French, German. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Germany, Year Zero?
Germany, Year Zero runs 1 hours 14 minutes (74 minutes).
▸What is Germany, Year Zero rated?
Germany, Year Zero is rated NR. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 431 ratings.
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