Bagdad Cafe (1987)
Bagdad Cafe is streaming in Germany on Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel, Arthaus+.
The verdict
Bagdad Cafe earns its keep as a steady German film that knows its audience. It holds a 7.2/10 on TMDB from 450 ratings, well above the typical run of new releases. It runs a manageable 108 minutes. In Germany you can stream it on Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel, Arthaus+.
Should you spend 1h 48m on it?
1h 48m of German comedy with drama threaded through, not one for younger kids. Standard length — a normal evening's watch, nothing to plan around.
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 450 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want real stakes underneath the jokes
- Best for
- An ordinary evening in
Story
A German woman named Jasmin stumbles upon a dilapidated motel/diner in the middle of nowhere. Her unusual appearance and demeanor are at first suspicious to Brenda, the exasperated owner who has difficulty making ends meet. But when an unlikely magic sparks between the two women, this lonely desert outpost is transformed into a thriving and popular oasis.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 48m |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Comedy / Drama |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Percy Adlon
Cast
Where to watch in Germany
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
If you liked this
