Rosa Luxemburg
Polish socialist and Marxist Rosa Luxemburg works tirelessly in the service of revolution in early 20th century Poland and Germany. While Luxemburg campaigns for her beliefs, she is repeatedly imprisoned as she forms the Spartacist League offering a new vision for Germany.
Where to watch Rosa Luxemburg in United States
Criterion ChannelClick a service to open Rosa Luxemburg there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Rosa Luxemburg streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | — |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | — |
| Germany | Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel, Arthaus+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Canal VOD, Orange VOD |
About Rosa Luxemburg
Rosa Luxemburg is a 1986 German-language drama and history film directed by Margarethe von Trotta. The cast is led by Barbara Sukowa, Daniel Olbrychski, Otto Sander. It has a runtime of 2h 2m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
Rosa Luxemburg was produced by Bärenfilm, Filmové studio Barrandov, and Pro-ject Filmproduktion and made in Czechoslovakia and Germany. It was released on April 10, 1986.
- Director
- Margarethe von Trotta
- Writers
- Margarethe von Trotta
- Release date
- April 10, 1986
- Original language
- German
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Czechoslovakia, Germany
- Production
- Bärenfilm, Filmové studio Barrandov, Pro-ject Filmproduktion
Rosa Luxemburg cast & crew
Rosa Luxemburg was directed by Margarethe von Trotta and written by Margarethe von Trotta.
The cast features Barbara Sukowa as Rosa Luxemburg, Daniel Olbrychski as Leo Jogiches, Otto Sander as Karl Liebknecht, Hannes Jaenicke as Kostja Zetkin, Karin Baal as Mathilde Jacob, and Winfried Glatzeder as Paul Levi.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Franz Rath and it was produced by Regina Ziegler and Eberhard Junkersdorf.
Is Rosa Luxemburg worth watching?
Rosa Luxemburg holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 57 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 2h 2m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and history, Rosa Luxemburg is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Rosa Luxemburg
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Cast of Rosa Luxemburg
Barbara Sukowa
Rosa Luxemburg
Daniel Olbrychski
Leo Jogiches
Otto Sander
Karl Liebknecht
Hannes Jaenicke
Kostja Zetkin
Karin Baal
Mathilde Jacob
Winfried Glatzeder
Paul Levi
Charles Regnier
Jean Jaurès
Hans-Michael Rehberg
Waldemar Pabst
Charles Brauer
Gefängnisdirektor, Breslau
Adelheid Arndt
Luise Kautsky
Jürgen Holtz
Karl Kautsky
Doris Schade
Clara Zetkin
Rosa Luxemburg — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Rosa Luxemburg in United States?
Rosa Luxemburg is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is Rosa Luxemburg on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Rosa Luxemburg is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Rosa Luxemburg in?
Rosa Luxemburg is originally in German, with audio tracks including German, French, Polish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Rosa Luxemburg?
Rosa Luxemburg runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).
▸What is Rosa Luxemburg rated?
It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 57 ratings.
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