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The Exception

6.920171h 47m15MovieWarDramaRomance

Nothing is as it seems in this riveting World War 2 thriller as a wary soldier goes to investigate a mysterious German monarch at his secluded mansion, leading him into a web of deceit and a dangerous love affair with a local Jewish woman.

DirectorDavid Leveaux

WriterSimon Burke

ProducersIan Hutchinson·Judy Tossell

Where to watch

W4free

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Leveaux

Lily James

Jai Courtney

Capt Stefan Brandt

Eddie Marsan

Heinrich Himmler

Christopher Plummer

Christopher Plummer

Kaiser Wilhelm II

Janet McTeer

Princess Hermine 'Hermo' Reuss of Greiz

Ben Daniels

Col Sigurd von Ilsemann

Stéphane Auberghen

Stéphane Auberghen

Frau Linnenkamp

Aubeline Barbieux

Anton Lesser

General Falkenberg

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The Exception — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Exception?

The Exception is streaming on W4free in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Exception on Netflix?

No, The Exception is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on W4free.

Is The Exception on Amazon Prime Video?

The Exception isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Exception for free?

The Exception is available to stream free (with ads) on W4free in United Kingdom.