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Hälfte des Lebens

4.419851h 38mMovieRomanceHistoryDrama

This tragic love story relates ten decisive years in the life of the great Romantic poet Friedrich Hölderlin, played by a young Ulrich Mühe.

DirectorHerrmann Zschoche
WritersHerrmann Zschoche·Christa Kožik

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 5 other countries

Hälfte des Lebens isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg and 1 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Herrmann Zschoche

UMUlrich Mühe
Ulrich Mühe
Friedrich Hölderlin
JGJenny Gröllmann
Jenny Gröllmann
Susette Gontard
SSSwetlana Schönfeld
Swetlana Schönfeld
Marie Rätzer
MGMichael Gwisdek
Michael Gwisdek
Jakob Gontard
PG
Peter-Mario Grau
Isaac von Sinclair
CG
Christine Gloger
Hölderlins Mutter
SFSimone Frost
Simone Frost
Hölderlins Schwester Henrike
CHChristine Harbort
Christine Harbort
Haushälterin Wilhelmine
RBReimar Johannes Baur
Reimar Johannes Baur
Dr. Ebel
RHRolf Hoppe
Rolf Hoppe
Wilhelm Heinse
MG
Matthias Günther
Prof. Authenrieth
HBHilmar Baumann
Hilmar Baumann
Konsul Meyer

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Hälfte des Lebens — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Hälfte des Lebens?

Hälfte des Lebens isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Austria, Switzerland and Germany and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Hälfte des Lebens on Netflix?

No, Hälfte des Lebens is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

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Where can I watch Hälfte des Lebens for free?

Hälfte des Lebens isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Hälfte des Lebens based on a true story?

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