We Are the Wave (2019)
▸ Decent one-time watch
We Are the Wave is streaming in Germany on Netflix.
The verdict
We Are the Wave is a middling German series — fine for a one-time watch but unlikely to stay with you. It's sitting at 6.0/10 on TMDB across 67 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. In Germany you can stream it on Netflix.
Is it worth starting?
This is a first season — German drama.
- Why
- At 6.0/10 from 67 ratings, audiences are split; the genre fit matters more than the score here.
- Skip if
- you're after something that moves faster than it feels
- Best for
- A slow burn across the week
Story
A mysterious classmate leads four idealistic teens in a revolt against a rising tide of nationalistic fervor, but their movement takes a dark turn.
Good to know
| Watch with family? | 16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Jan Berger
Cast
Luise Befort
Lea Herst
Ludwig Simon
Tristan Broch
Michelle Barthel
Zazie
Mohamed Issa
Rahim Hadad
Daniel Friedl
Hagen
Sarah Mahita
Paula
Where to watch in Germany
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is We Are the Wave worth watching?
Decent one-time watch. It rates 6.0/10 on audience ratings. This is a first season — German drama.
Where can I watch We Are the Wave?
You can stream We Are the Wave in Germany on Netflix.
Is We Are the Wave family friendly?
We Are the Wave is rated 16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is We Are the Wave in?
We Are the Wave is a German series (Drama).