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Afire

6.820231h 43mNRMovieDramaRomanceComedy

Self-important author Leon joins his best friend on a summer holiday near the Baltic Sea to complete his novel. When they arrive, they find their house is already occupied by a carefree woman who challenges Leon to open up. Meanwhile, forest wildfires rage around them and impending disaster looms.

DirectorChristian Petzold
WriterChristian Petzold
ProducersFlorian Koerner von Gustorf·Anton Kaiser

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Criterion ChannelCriterion ChannelKanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Christian Petzold

TSThomas Schubert
Thomas Schubert
Leon
PBPaula Beer
Paula Beer
Nadja
LULangston Uibel
Langston Uibel
Felix
ETEnno Trebs
Enno Trebs
Devid
MBMatthias Brandt
Matthias Brandt
Helmut
JAJennipher Antoni
Jennipher Antoni
Mrs. Roland, Cashier
RB
Ralph Barnebeck
Police Officer
EEEsther Esche
Esther Esche
Mrs. König, Hotel Manager
MF
Mario Fürstenberg
Male Nurse
AH
Assunta Hamm
Nurse
MS
Markus Schweiger
Pathologist
ST
Sven Tarnowski
Police Officer

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Afire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Afire?

Afire is streaming on Criterion Channel and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Afire on Netflix?

No, Afire is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel and Kanopy.

Is Afire on Amazon Prime Video?

Afire 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 Afire for free?

Afire is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.