The White Ribbon (2009)
The White Ribbon is streaming in Germany on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
The verdict
The White Ribbon ranked near the top of that week's German film crop. It's sitting at 7.5/10 on TMDB across 1,182 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. The 144-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. In Germany you can stream it on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 2h 24m on it?
2h 24m of German drama with mystery threaded through, not one for younger kids. A little over the usual, so start it earlier than you think.
- Why
- Currently 7.5/10 from 1,182 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A night you can give it your full attention
Story
An aged tailor recalls his life as the schoolteacher of a small village in Northern Germany that was struck by a series of strange events in the year leading up to WWI.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 24m |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Mystery |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Michael Haneke
Cast
Where to watch in Germany
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 22 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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