Let Sleeping Dogs Lie (2026)
German · Drama / Comedy · 138 min · 18
Releases 17 Sept 2026
Page updated 2026-08-27
The verdict
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie was the kind of German release people circle on the calendar. It clocks in at a standard 138 minutes. It releases 2026-09-17; mark your calendar if it's on your list.
Should you spend 2h 18m on it?
2h 18m of German dramaundefined, adults only. Long enough that it wants your full attention rather than a second screen.
Story
On the morning of his hundredth birthday, Fanny finds her grandfather dead in his bed. As she and her family are forced to deal with the death, a bitter dispute over the inheritance erupts, in which old power relations are reversed.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 18m |
| Watch with family? | 18 · Adults only |
| Genre | Drama / Comedy |
| Language | German |
Director
Pauline Roenneberg
Cast
Lea Drinda
Fanny
Victoria Mayer
Valerie
Corinna Harfouch
Marianne
Karoline Eichhorn
Karoline
Thomas Mraz
Kasimir
Mai Duong Kieu
Joy
When is Let Sleeping Dogs Lie coming to streaming?
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie hasn't had its theatrical release yet, and is due 17 Sept 2026. A streaming release date won't be set until after it opens — this page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Where to watch in Germany
In cinemas from 17 Sept 2026
Not out yet — nowhere to stream or rent it until it opens.
Trailer
Find the trailer on YouTube →
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Frequently asked
Is Let Sleeping Dogs Lie worth watching?
It's too early for a verdict — Let Sleeping Dogs Lie doesn't have enough ratings yet. 2h 18m of German dramaundefined, adults only. Long enough that it wants your full attention rather than a second screen.
Where can I watch Let Sleeping Dogs Lie?
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie hasn't released yet — it's due 2026-09-17. We'll list where to watch once it's out.
When is Let Sleeping Dogs Lie coming to streaming?
A streaming release date for Let Sleeping Dogs Lie hasn't been officially announced yet. This page updates automatically the day it starts streaming.
Is Let Sleeping Dogs Lie family friendly?
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie is rated 18 — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is Let Sleeping Dogs Lie in?
Let Sleeping Dogs Lie is a German film (Drama / Comedy).
