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Wittgenstein

6.419931h 12mNRMovieDramaHistoryComedy

A dramatization, in modern theatrical style, of the life and thought of the Viennese-born, Cambridge-educated philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein, whose principal interest was the nature and limits of language. A series of sketches depict the…

DirectorDerek Jarman
WritersTerry Eagleton·Derek Jarman
ProducersTariq Ali·Ben Gibson

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Kino Film CollectionKino Film CollectionBFI Player Amazon ChannelBFI Player Amazon ChannelKanopyKanopyHooplaHooplaPlexPlexPlex ChannelPlex Channel
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Cast · Directed by Derek Jarman

CCClancy Chassay
Clancy Chassay
Young Wittgenstein
KJKarl Johnson
Karl Johnson
Ludwig Wittgenstein
MGMichael Gough
Michael Gough
Betrand Russell
TSTilda Swinton
Tilda Swinton
Lady Ottoline Morrell
KC
Kevin Collins
Johnny
NSNabil Shaban
Nabil Shaban
Martian
SDSally Dexter
Sally Dexter
Hermine Wittgenstein
LSLynn Seymour
Lynn Seymour
Lydia Lopokova
JBJill Balcon
Jill Balcon
Leopoldine Wittgenstein
GM
Gina Marsh
Gretyl Wittgenstein
VB
Vanya Del Borgo
Helene Wittgenstein
BS
Ben Scantlebury
Hans Wittgenstein

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Wittgenstein — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Wittgenstein?

Wittgenstein is streaming on Kino Film Collection, BFI Player and Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Wittgenstein on Netflix?

No, Wittgenstein is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kino Film Collection and BFI Player.

Is Wittgenstein on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Wittgenstein isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kino Film Collection and BFI Player instead.

Where can I watch Wittgenstein for free?

Wittgenstein is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.

Is Wittgenstein based on a true story?

Yes — Wittgenstein is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).