The Island (2020)
▸ Worth a watch
The Island is streaming in Germany on Galactic Stream Amazon Channel.
The verdict
The Island is a dependable German series — it does what it sets out to do. It carries a 6.8/10 on TMDB across 75 ratings — squarely mid-table. In Germany you can stream it on Galactic Stream Amazon Channel.
Is it worth starting?
This is 3 seasons deep — German drama with mystery threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
Don't watch this if…
- you want a safe bet — that rating is resting on 75 votes so far
- you want something that ends tonight — there are 3 seasons of it
- Why
- 6.8/10 from 75 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
A deadly virus hits a small community living on an island in the North Sea.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Mystery |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Christian Alvart
Cast
Emily Kusche
Evelin Kern
Wotan Wilke Möhring
Richard Kern
Alexander Scheer
Nikolai Wagner
Annika Kuhl
Helena Kern
Adrian Grünewald
Hermann "Herm" Schwarting
Aaron Hilmer
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Where to watch in Germany
Galactic Stream Amazon Channel
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreAmazon Videomaxdome StoreFreenet meinVOD
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is The Island worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 6.8/10 on audience ratings. This is 3 seasons deep — German drama with mystery threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
Where can I watch The Island?
You can stream The Island in Germany on Galactic Stream Amazon Channel.
Is The Island family friendly?
The Island is rated 16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is The Island in?
The Island is a German series (Drama / Mystery).