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The Forest for the Trees

6.620041h 21mMovieComedyDrama

As an awkward idealistic high school teacher begins her first job in the city, things turn out to be much tougher than she had imagined.

DirectorMaren Ade
WriterMaren Ade
ProducerJanine Jackowski

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Cast · Directed by Maren Ade

ELEva Löbau
Eva Löbau
Melanie Pröschle
DHDaniela Holtz
Daniela Holtz
Tina Schaffner
JN
Jan Neumann
Thorsten Rehm
ISIlona Schulz
Ilona Schulz
Frau Sussmann
RSRobert Schupp
Robert Schupp
Tobias
HR
Heinz Röser-Dümmig
Lutger Reinhardt
ME
Martina Eckrich
Renate Pföhler
NF
Nina Fiedler
Bine
HK
Hans-Rüdiger Kucich
Gerd Postweiler
RK
Ruth Köppler
Elvira Fischer-Walter
AE
Achim Enchelmaier
Bernd
MH
Monika Hirschle
Melanies Mutter

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The Forest for the Trees — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Forest for the Trees?

The Forest for the Trees is streaming on MUBI, Film Movement Plus and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Forest for the Trees on Netflix?

No, The Forest for the Trees is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on MUBI and Film Movement Plus.

Is The Forest for the Trees on Amazon Prime Video?

The Forest for the Trees isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Forest for the Trees for free?

The Forest for the Trees is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.