Movie

Der Idiot

20064h 38m

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Where to watch Der Idiot

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Good to know

Director: Frank Castorf
Release date: 2006-06-06
Runtime: 4h 38m
Language: DE
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Volksfilm der Volksbühne am Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz

About Der Idiot

Der Idiot is a 2006 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Frank Castorf, starring Martin Wuttke, Bernhard Schütz and Jeanette Spassova. It has a runtime of 4 hours 38 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Der Idiot in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Unites grotesque elements, tempo, quiet dream sequences, the thrill of a detective story, but above all, he manages to capture the temperature of an actor ensemble that throws itself into the world of Dostoyevsky with immense pleasure and passion.

Cast

Martin Wuttke

Myschkin

Bernhard Schütz

Rogoschin

Jeanette Spassova

Nastassja Filippowna

Sophie Rois

Lisaweta Prokofjewna Jepantschina

Cordelia Wege

Aglaja Iwanowna

Ulrich Voß

Afanassij Iwanowitsch Tozkij

Joachim Tomaschewsky

Iwan Fjodorowitsch Jepantschin

Irina Potapenko

Adelaida Iwanowna

Brigitte Cuvelier

Warja Ardalionowna

Elisa Schlott

Sir Henry

Antip Burdowskij

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Der Idiot in Germany?+

Der Idiot is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Der Idiot on Netflix?+

Der Idiot is not on Netflix in Germany right now.

How long is Der Idiot?+

Der Idiot has a runtime of 4 hours 38 minutes (278 minutes).

Who stars in Der Idiot?+

Der Idiot stars Martin Wuttke, Bernhard Schütz, Jeanette Spassova, Sophie Rois and Cordelia Wege.

When did Der Idiot come out?+

Der Idiot is a 2006 movie directed by Frank Castorf.

What genre is Der Idiot?+

Der Idiot is Drama film.

Who directed Der Idiot?+

Der Idiot was directed by Frank Castorf.