Generation War (2013)
Generation War is streaming in Germany on ZDF Select Amazon Channel , Magenta TV+.
The verdict
Generation War stands out as one of the better-rated German series around at the moment. It's sitting at 8.1/10 on TMDB across 482 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. In Germany you can stream it on ZDF Select Amazon Channel , Magenta TV+.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — German war & politics with drama threaded through, not one for younger kids.
- Why
- Currently 8.1/10 from 482 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- procedural politics isn't your thing
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
Career-soldier Wilhelm, his pacifist younger brother Friedhelm, and their friends Charlotte, Viktor and Greta say farewell in the summer of 1941 in Berlin, with the promise to meet again after the war.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | War & Politics / Drama |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Philipp Kadelbach
Cast
Where to watch in Germany
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-19 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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