Gentle Monster (2026)
German · Drama · 114 min
Released 17 Sept 2026
Page updated 27 Oct 2026
Gentle Monster opened in theatres in Germany on 17 Sept 2026, and its cinema run has most likely ended. No streaming release date in our sources yet — this page updates the day it lands on streaming.
FilmyChill score
Critics' verdict
Worth a watchCritics are positive; audience ratings are still coming in.
Audience★ 8.6 from 5 ratings — counts from 50
Too few ratingsCriticsFrom published reviews
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What the critics say
The critical consensus tilts firmly positive. — distilled from critics' published reviews
- Skip if
- you want a story that moves quickly
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 16 · Older kids & up |
Director
Marie Kreutzer
Cast
Léa Seydoux
Lucy Weiss
Catherine Deneuve
Eryn
Jella Haase
Elsa Kühn
Laurence Rupp
Philip Weiss
Sylvester Groth
Hermann Kühn
Katharina Lorenz
Maike
Story
After relocating with her family to the countryside, a renowned pianist uncovers a life-shattering truth that forces her to confront the complexities of love, trust, and deception.
When is Gentle Monster coming to streaming?
Not streaming yet. German releases typically reach streaming about 5–9 weeks after opening, which would put it somewhere around October and November 2026.
That's the usual pattern, not a confirmed date — we haven't seen one announced. We re-check every day and this page updates the moment it lands.
Where to watch in Germany
Theatrical run ended — streaming arrival pending
Availability as of 27 Oct 2026 — checked that day: not on any streaming service in Germany yet.
Trailer
Watch the trailer on YouTube →
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Frequently asked
Is Gentle Monster worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Critics are positive; audience ratings are still coming in. It rates 8.6/10 on audience ratings. The critical consensus tilts firmly positive. 1h 54m of German drama. Only 5 people have rated it, so treat that 8.6 as an early signal rather than a verdict.
Where can I watch Gentle Monster?
Gentle Monster opened in theatres in Germany on 17 Sept 2026, and its cinema run has most likely ended. We haven't seen an announced streaming release date yet — check back soon.
When is Gentle Monster coming to streaming?
We haven't found an announced streaming release date for Gentle Monster yet. German releases typically reach streaming about 5–9 weeks after their theatrical run, which would put it around October and November 2026 — that's a pattern, not a confirmed date. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Is Gentle Monster family friendly?
Gentle Monster is rated 16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Gentle Monster in?
Gentle Monster is a German film (Drama).
