Contra (2020)
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Contra is streaming in Germany on Netflix, Prime Video, RTL+ Max.
What the audience says
Contra holds up as a perfectly decent German film, if not a remarkable one. It holds a 7.2/10 on TMDB from 212 ratings, well above what most films manage. It runs a manageable 104 minutes. In Germany you can stream it on Netflix, Prime Video, RTL+ Max.
Should you spend 1h 44m on it?
1h 44m of German comedy with drama threaded through, not one for younger kids. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 212 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you're in the mood for something with weight
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
With his uncouth manner, Professor Pohl doesn’t enjoy the best reputation at the university where he works. To make matters worse, he makes a racist remark when student Naima arrives late for his lecture. Unfortunately for him, a video of his verbal outburst spreads like wildfire on the Internet, and the university’s president, Lambrecht, is called to deal with the incident. But Pohl is not dismissed. Instead, he is put to the task of helping Naima prepare for an important debating competition.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 44m |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Comedy / Drama |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Sönke Wortmann
Cast
Where to watch in Germany
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 18 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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