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Get the app to be notifiedCast · Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Dirk Bogarde
Hermann Hermann
Andréa Ferréol
Lydia Hermann
Klaus Löwitsch
Felix Weber
Volker Spengler
Ardalion
Bernhard Wicki
Orlovius
Armin Meier
Silverman / Sergeant Brown / Foreman
Peter Kern
Müller
Adrian Hoven
Inspector Schelling
Alexander Allerson
Mayer
Hark Bohm
Doctor
Roger Fritz
Inspector Braun
Gottfried John
Perebrodov
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Despair — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams Despair?
Despair isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.
Is Despair on Netflix?
No, Despair is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.
Is Despair on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Despair isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.
Where can I watch Despair for free?
Despair isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
What is the OTT release date for Despair?
Despair hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around November 8, 1978. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.