In the Fade (2017)
In the Fade is streaming in Germany on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
The verdict
In the Fade holds up as a perfectly decent German film, if not a remarkable one. It's sitting at 6.9/10 on TMDB across 911 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. The 106-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. In Germany you can stream it on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 1h 46m on it?
1h 46m of German drama with crime threaded through, not one for younger kids. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- 6.9/10 from 911 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
Katja's life collapses after the deaths of her husband and son in a bomb attack. After a time of mourning and injustice, Katja seeks revenge.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 46m |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Crime |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Fatih Akin
Cast
Where to watch in Germany
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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