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The Seventh Continent

7.519891h 47mMovieDrama

Chronicles three years of a middle-class family seemingly caught up in their daily routines, troubled only by minor incidents. Behind their apparent calm and repetitive existence, however, they're planning something much more sinister.

DirectorMichael Haneke
WritersMichael Haneke·Johanna Teicht
ProducerVeit Heiduschka

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

Cast · Directed by Michael Haneke

BDBirgit Doll
Birgit Doll
Anna Schober
DBDieter Berner
Dieter Berner
Georg Schober
LTLeni Tanzer
Leni Tanzer
Eva Schober
SFSilvia Fenz
Silvia Fenz
Optician Customer
RDRobert Dietl
Robert Dietl
Georg's Superior
GFGeorg Friedrich
Georg Friedrich
Fault Service of the Post Office
USUdo Samel
Udo Samel
Alexander
ER
Elisabeth Rath
Eva's Teacher
GK
Georges Kern
Bank Clerk
MLMeat Loaf
Meat Loaf
Self(archive footage) (uncredited)
JRJennifer Rush
Jennifer Rush
Self(archive footage) (uncredited)

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The Seventh Continent — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Seventh Continent?

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

Is The Seventh Continent on Netflix?

No, The Seventh Continent is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is The Seventh Continent on Amazon Prime Video?

The Seventh Continent 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 Seventh Continent for free?

The Seventh Continent is available on Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is The Seventh Continent based on a true story?

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