Movie

Half Nelson

“Secrets don't let go”

★ 6.6(959)20061h 47m

Half Nelson is streaming on ArthouseCNMA and Arthouse CNMA Amazon Channel in Germany, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store, MagentaTV and Videoload. Availability checked 13 June 2026.

Where to watch Half Nelson

🇩🇪 Germany

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Good to know

Director: Ryan Fleck
Release date: 2006-08-11
Runtime: 1h 47m
Language: English
Box office: $4,911,725
Budget: $700,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Hunting Lane Films

Half Nelson — trailer

About Half Nelson

Half Nelson is a 2006 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Ryan Fleck, starring Ryan Gosling, Shareeka Epps and Anthony Mackie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 959 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Half Nelson in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Despite his dedication to the junior-high students who fill his classroom, idealistic teacher Dan Dunne leads a secret life of addiction that the majority of his students will never know. But things change when a troubled student Drey makes a startling discovery of his secret life, causing a tenuous bond between the two that could either end disastrously or provide a catalyst of hope.

Cast

Ryan Gosling

Dan Dunne

Shareeka Epps

Drey

Anthony Mackie

Frank

Jeff Lima

Roodly

Monique Gabriela Curnen

Isabel

Tina Holmes

Rachel

Nathan Corbett

Terrance

Tyra Kwao-Vovo

Stacy

Rosemary Ledee

Gina

Tristan Mack Wilds

Jamal

Bryce Silver

Bernard

Kaela C. Pabon

Lena

Themes & keywords

prisonnew york citysportsdateex-girlfriendclassghettobicyclebasketballcrackteachertheftalcoholicliberaljunior high school

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Half Nelson in Germany?+

In Germany, you can stream Half Nelson on ArthouseCNMA and Arthouse CNMA Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store, MagentaTV and Videoload.

Is Half Nelson on Netflix?+

Half Nelson is not on Netflix in Germany right now, but you can stream it on ArthouseCNMA and Arthouse CNMA Amazon Channel.

How long is Half Nelson?+

Half Nelson has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in Half Nelson?+

Half Nelson stars Ryan Gosling, Shareeka Epps, Anthony Mackie, Jeff Lima and Monique Gabriela Curnen.

When did Half Nelson come out?+

Half Nelson is a 2006 movie directed by Ryan Fleck.

What genre is Half Nelson?+

Half Nelson is Drama film.

Who directed Half Nelson?+

Half Nelson was directed by Ryan Fleck.