Vitus (2006)
▸ Worth a watch
Vitus is streaming in Germany on filmingo.
The verdict
Vitus is a solid, watchable German film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It carries a 7.4/10 on TMDB across 93 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 120 minutes. In Germany you can stream it on filmingo.
Should you spend 2h on it?
2h of German music, leaning drama. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
- Why
- 7.4/10 from 93 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want narrative over performance
- Best for
- A normal night, nothing to plan around
Story
Vitus tells the story of a highly-gifted boy (played by real-life piano prodigy Teo Gheorghiu) whose parents have demanding and ambitious plans for him.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h |
| Watch with family? | 0 · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Music / Drama |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Fredi M. Murer
Cast
Fabrizio Borsani
Vitus - age 6
Julika Jenkins
Helen von Holzen, mother
Urs Jucker
Leo von Holzen, father
Bruno Ganz
Grandfather
Eleni Haupt
Luisa
Daniel Rohr
Hoffmann jun.
Where to watch in Germany
filmingo
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Vitus worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 7.4/10 on audience ratings. 2h of German music, leaning drama. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Vitus?
You can stream Vitus in Germany on filmingo.
When is Vitus coming to streaming?
Vitus is already streaming in Germany on filmingo.
Is Vitus family friendly?
Vitus is rated 0, suitable for family viewing.
What language is Vitus in?
Vitus is a German film (Music / Drama).