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Sheer Madness

7.019831h 45mMovieDrama

Two women–a literature professor and a painter–start to rely upon their friendship as an alternative to their unhappy relationships with the men in their lives.

DirectorMargarethe von Trotta
WriterMargarethe von Trotta
ProducersMargaret Ménégoz·Eberhard Junkersdorf

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Cast · Directed by Margarethe von Trotta

HSHanna Schygulla
Hanna Schygulla
Olga
AWAngela Winkler
Angela Winkler
Ruth
PS
Peter Striebeck
Franz
CFChristine Fersen
Christine Fersen
Erika
FBFranz Buchrieser
Franz Buchrieser
Dieter
WYWladimir Yordanoff
Wladimir Yordanoff
Alexaj
AFAgnes Fink
Agnes Fink
Ruth's mother
FMFelix Moeller
Felix Moeller
Christof
JS
Jochen Striebeck
Bruno
HB
Helga Ballhaus
TATherese Affolter
Therese Affolter
WE
Werner Eichhorn

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Sheer Madness — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Sheer Madness?

Sheer Madness is streaming on Fandor, Fawesome and Cineverse in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Sheer Madness on Netflix?

No, Sheer Madness is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Fandor and Fawesome.

Is Sheer Madness on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Sheer Madness isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Fandor and Fawesome instead.

Where can I watch Sheer Madness for free?

Sheer Madness is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome and Cineverse in United States.