Streaming recommendations
GERMANY IN ALL ITS DIVERSITY

Take a deep dive into the media libraries of the public broadcasters and other streaming services with our streaming tips. From drama and comedy to fascinating documentaries, there are plenty of binge-worthy series available for you to enjoy.

Documentaries and feature films

2010. comedy, 96 min, OV with German subtitles

Die Relativitätstheorie der Liebe

In this comedy, Katja Riemann and Olli Dittrich play five different couples searching for happiness across five intertwined episodes. Directed by Otto Alexander Jahrreiss.
Watch in ARD Mediathek until 26.07.2025. 

Die Relativitätstheorie der Liebe © HR/Degeto/UFA Cinema © HR/Degeto/UFA Cinema

2020, documentary, 105 min, OV with German subtitles

80.000 Schnitzel

Two women from different generations in the Upper Palatinate region of Germany are fighting to keep the family farm going.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 08.03.2025.

80.000 Schnitzel © ZDF © ZDF

DE 2010. drama, 90 minutes, OV with German subtitles

Shahada

In this episodic film by director Burhan Qurbani, three young Muslims meet in Berlin during the fasting month of Ramadan and have different attitudes towards their religion.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 03.03.2025.

Shahada © ZDF/Yoshi Heimrath © ZDF/Yoshi Heimrath

2023, documentary, 45 min, OV with German subtitles

Unterwegs in der Uckermark

Documentary about the Uckermark and the people who live there. Watch on ADR Mediathek until 20.05.2025.

Unterwegs in der Uckermark © rbb/Stefanie Stoye © rbb/Stefanie Stoye

2022, documentary, 90 min, OV with German subtitles

Wo Brandenburg am schönsten ist

The documentary portrays unique natural paradises in Brandenburg that are worth protecting, revealing an astonishing wilderness to discover.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 30.04.2025.

Wo Brandenburg am schönsten ist © HR/rbb/Frauke Bennett © HR/rbb/Frauke Bennett

2016, documentary, 43 min, OV, no German subtitles

Deutschlands Schätzchen

From the series Die Glorreichen 10: A documentary presenting a subjective top ten of Germany’s treasures, including the North Sea, Dresden’s Frauenkirche, the Rhine, pets, Lake Constance, Hamburg, the forest and last but not least – home sweet home.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 13.03.2025.

Deutschlands Schätzchen © ZDF / Gruppe 5 © ZDF / Gruppe 5

2015, comedy, 86 min, OV with German subtitles

Heimat ist kein Ort

In this road movie, three siblings, Inge, Klaus and Uwe, are sent on an odyssey through Poland to fulfil their father's last wish. Starring Marie Gruber, Jörg Schüttauf, Sönke Möhring, Karolina Lodyga and Piotr Witkowski. Directed by Udo Witte.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 14.04.2025.

Heimat ist kein Ort @ ARD Degeto / Arvid Uhlig @ ARD Degeto / Arvid Uhlig

2015, comedy, 90 min, OV with German subtitles

Süßer September

A man and a woman engage in philosophical discussions about the age-old question whether men and women can truly be just friends. A delightful comedy, directed by Florian Froschmayer and starring Caroline Peters and Misel Maticevic.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 16.03.2025.

Süßer September © WDR/Britta Krehl © WDR/Britta Krehl

2022, documentary, 44 min, OV with German subtitles

Meine Oma, der SS-Mann und ich

What does the Holocaust have to do with me today? This documentary asks this question from the perspective of a 21-year-old Jew and shows how the trauma of the survivors haunts future generations. Directed by Jana Matthes and Andrea Schramm.
Watch on WDR Doku@youtube.

Meine Oma, der SS-Mann und ich © WDR/Schramm Matthes Film © WDR/Schramm Matthes Film

2022, documentary, 13 min, OV with German subtitles

Was verdient ein Bäckermeister?

From the series Lohnt sich das? which looks into how people make a living from their vocations. This episode follows master baker Sebastian for a day. He speaks openly about his income, how he lives on it, and what his job involves.
Watch on BR@Youtube.
 

Lohnt sich das @ BR/Montage: BR/Julia Müller @ BR/Montage: BR/Julia Müller

2023, documentary, 30 min, OV with German subtitles

Es geht um die Wurst

Andreas Dreymann is a sausage sommelier and employs traditional methods from a century ago, using only the meat of pasture-raised animals. As part of his work, he visits grazing pastures and farms, markets, and also stadiums.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 12.06.2025.

Es geht um die Wurst @ NDR @ NDR

2022, documentary, 43 min, OV with German subtitles

Spießer oder Rebellen? Die Geschichte der Schrebergärten

From the ZDF series Terra X History: In Germany, owning a Schrebergarten (allotment) has been viewed as rather an uncool and stuffy pastime, although that view is changing. This programme looks at the German allotment’s eventful 150-year history, and how these small gardens enrich Germany’s cities.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 17.06.2027.

Spießer oder Rebellen? © ZDF/Fabian Uhlmann © ZDF/Fabian Uhlmann

2015, documentary, 43 min, OV with German subtitles

Deutschland von oben 4: Stadt

A bird’s eye view of Germany: this episode focuses on Germany's big cities and small towns.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 17.05.2025.

Deutschland von oben - Stadt © ZDF / Peter Thompson © ZDF / Peter Thompson

2021, documentary, 9 min, OV with German subtitles

Die Geschichte des Döners

The kebab is closely linked to Germany’s history of guest workers and migration and it is also become one of the nation’s favourite fast foods.
Watch on funk until 14.07.2026.

Mr Wissentogo © funk © funk

2021, documentary, 45 min, OV with German subtitles

Die Wannseekonferenz - Die Dokumentation

This 45-minute documentary explores the Wannsee Conference, which was held on 20 January 1942, where officials from the Nazi party gathered to plan the ‘final solution’. The documentary looks at the role that the Conference played in the subsequent Holocaust.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 20.01.2027.

Die Wannseekonferenz. Die Dokumentation © ZDF / Konrad Waldmann © ZDF / Konrad Waldmann

2023, documentary, 30 min, OV with German subtitles

Willi auf der Suche nach der ewigen Liebe

In this episode of Willi wills wissen, Willi explores the topic of love and asks himself whether there is a love that lasts forever?
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 17.12.2025.

 

Willi auf der Suche nach der ewigen Liebe © BR/Filmbüro Münchner Freiheit GmbH/Zeno Legner © BR/Filmbüro Münchner Freiheit GmbH/Zeno Legner

2012, documentary, 45 min, OV with German subtitles

Frühling in Schwaben

The documentary tells short stories and incidents about the culture, nature and way of life in Bavarian Swabia in spring.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 2099.

Frühling in Schwaben © BR/Michael Zehetmair © BR/Michael Zehetmair

2023, documentary, 45 min, OV with German subtitles

Verbotene Liebe - Queere Opfer der NS-Diktatur

The documentary presents three narratives that highlight the oppression of homosexuals during the Nazi era, while also portraying their resilience, survival and way of life in the midst of adversity.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 28.01.2029.

Verbotene Liebe - Queere Opfer der NS-Diktatur © ZDF/Bianca Büdenbender, Autorenkombinat © ZDF/Bianca Büdenbender, Autorenkombinat

2023, documentary, 45 min, OV with German subtitles

Better Than Human? - Leben mit KI

The documentary raises the question whether artificial intelligence can assume the role of a personal caregiver, potentially replacing traditionally interpersonal roles like therapist, priest, or best friend.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 29.12.2028.

Better Than Human? - Leben mit KI © MDR/DRIVE beta/Benjamin Kahlmeyer © MDR/DRIVE beta/Benjamin Kahlmeyer

2021, crime, 89 min, OV with German subtitles

An der Saale hellem Strande (Polizeinotruf 110)

Detectives Koitzsch and Lehmann have been investigating the murder of Uwe Baude, who was stabbed to death in front of his house, for months without success. Now they are hoping that the analysis of a geo-fence warrant will lead to new witness statements that will help them advance the case. Starring Peter Kurth, Peter Schneider (directed by Thomas Stuber, written by Clemens Meyer, Thomas Stuber).
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 19.04.2025. 

An der Saale hellem Strande (Polizeinotruf 110) © MDR/filmpool fiction/Felix Abraham © MDR/filmpool fiction/Felix Abraham

2023, documentary, 13 min, OV with German subtitles

Bier, Blech, Bavaria

A scooter tour along the "Franconian Beer Route" - from the smallest brewery in Bavaria to the beer capital of Bamberg.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 16.05.2025.

Bier, Blech, Bavaria © ZDF / Thomas Kerbhol © ZDF / Thomas Kerbhol

2021, documentary, 12 min, OV with German subtitles

Die Geschichte der deutschen Dialekte

In this episode of MrWissen2go Geschichte, we delve into the diversity of German dialects and their historical origins, such as Swabian, Franconian, and Frisian.
Watch on funk until 31.03.2026.

Geschichte der deutschen Dialekte © funk © funk

2023, documentary, 26 min, OV with German subtitles

Arbeiten in der Pflege: Traum oder Albtraum?

Toni and Louisa give us an insight into their day-to-day work as intensive care nurses and surgical assistants. What do they like about their jobs?
Watch on funk until 20.12.2028.

Arbeiten in der Pflege: Traum oder Albtraum? © funk © funk

2023, documentary, 172 min, OV with German subtitles

Buchstäblich leben!

The long-term documentary follows eight individuals on their quest to learn reading and writing.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 16.12.2028.

Buchstäblich leben © ZDF/Jennifer Jakobs © ZDF/Jennifer Jakobs

2023, drama, 89 min, OV with German subtitles

Der Fall Marianne Voss

After almost 50 years of seemingly harmonious marriage, Marianne is found dead in the woods and her husband Karsten is suspected of murder. The subsequent trial unveils the truth about their relationship. Starring Jörg Schüttauf, Valerie Koch, directed by Uljana Havemann.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 22.03.2025.

Der Fall Marianne Voss © ZDF/Stefan Erhard © ZDF/Stefan Erhard

2020, documentary, 60 min, OV with German subtitles

24 Stunden Dachau

A documentary about the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp by the US Army on April 29, 1945. It also sheds light on how today's residents deal with the difficult legacy of this place. 
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 04.04.2025.

24 Stunden Dachau © ZDF/Kathrin Beck © ZDF/Kathrin Beck

2023, crime, 90 min. OV with German subtitles

Der Millionen Raub

An armoured car robbery is staged, but after an argument one of the drivers disappears with the €8 million worth of loot. When he's arrested, police, lawyers and family members pressure him to reveal the whereabouts of the money. Starring Inaam Al Battat, Karim Ben Mansur, Anja Kling, directed by Lars Becker.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 29.03.2025.

Der Millionen Raub © ZDF/Thomas Leidig © ZDF/Thomas Leidig

2016, documentary, 58 min, OV with German subtitles

Deutschland von oben - Ein Wintermärchen

A bird’s eye view of Germany in winter: the landscape is transformed into a winter wonderland and the cities are aglow with Christmas lights.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 24.12.2026.

Deutschland von oben - Ein Wintermärchen © ZDF/Goggi Strauß, colourField. © ZDF/Goggi Strauß, colourField.

2022, documentary, 15 min, OV with German subtitles

Fußball im Nationalsozialismus

This episode of MrWissentogo Geschichte sheds light on how football was used as a propaganda tool and to suppress specific groups under the Nazi regime.
Watch on funk until 11.08.2027.

Fußball im Nationalsozialismus © funk © funk

2022, documentary, 30 min, OV with German subtitles

Entlang der Oder - Flussgeschichten

A documentary about life along the Oder, the border river between Germany and Poland.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 22.07.2027.

Entlang der Oder - Flussgeschichten © ZDF/M. Ruuck © ZDF/M. Ruuck

2011, thriller, 85 min, OV with German subtitles

Das System - alles verstehen heißt alles verzeihen

While searching for the truth about his deceased father, petty criminal Mike finds himself drawn into a parallel world of international lobbyists and former East German secret agents. Starring Jakob Matschenz, Bernhard Schütz (directed by Marc Bauder).
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 18.04.2025.

Das System - alles verstehen heißt alles verzeihen © ZDF/STEPHANIE KULBACH © ZDF/STEPHANIE KULBACH

2022, documentary, 25 min, OV with German subtitles

Eine Reise durch den Herbst

A documentary about autumn. This film captures the spectacular colours and enchanting atmosphere of this season, which is anything but simply grey, cold and wet.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 13.11.2025.

Reise durch den Herbst © SWR © SWR

2023, comedy, 30 min, OV with German subtitles

Der KI-Kollege

Stehlmann's accounting firm gets a new employee, an AI that only knows one agenda: optimization. Any harmony at the office is now gone.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 13.12.2025.

Der KI-Kollege © ZDF/Frédéric Batier © ZDF/Frédéric Batier

2022, documentary, 29 min, OV with German subtitles

Tolle Knolle - Kartoffeln mit Zukunft

Germans love their potatoes, which are also among the world's most crucial staple foods. This episode of plan b explores how climate change is prompting a reassessment of potato cultivation and processing practices.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 17.02.2026.

Tolle Knolle - Kartoffeln mit Zukunft © ZDF/Christina Gantner © ZDF/Christina Gantner

2024, documentary, 40 min, OV with German subtitles

Damals: Ankunft am Gleis 11 · Gastarbeiter in Bayern

Platform 11 at Munich Central Station - this is where a significant number of the so-called guest workers arrived in Germany in the 1950s and 60s. This documentary tells four migration stories in Bavaria.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 1.1.2099.

Damals: Ankunft am Gleis 11 · Gastarbeiter in Bayern © BR/Daniel Samer © BR/Daniel Samer

2023, thriller, 89 min, OV with German subtitles

Blindspot

When his wife Anara is in a coma after a car accident, Max searches for the person responsible and believes he is on the trail of a conspiracy. Starring Klaus Steinbacher, Marlene Tanczik, directed by Hannu Salonen).
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 2.04.2025

Blindspot © ZDF/Bettina Müller © ZDF/Bettina Müller

2020, thriller, 90 min, OV with German subtitles

In Berlin wächst kein Orangenbaum

A thriller about a gangster terminally ill with cancer, who, in the time he has left, seeks to settle an old score and encounters an unexpected twist. Starring Kida Khodr Ramadan, Emma Drogunova, directed by Kida Khodr Ramadan.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 25.04.2025.

In Berlin wächst kein Orangenbaum © HR/Degeto/Tim Rosenbohm © HR/Degeto/Tim Rosenbohm

2017, documentary, 89 min, OV with German subtitles

Deutschland bei Nacht - Im Zauber der Dunkelheit

A documentary showcasing Germany at night in stunning images – from Lake Constance to the Wadden Sea, from rural areas to the bustling metropolises of the country.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 24.11.2026.

Deutschland bei Nacht - Im Zauber der Dunkelheit © SWR/Ricardo Garzon Mesa © SWR/Ricardo Garzon Mesa

2024, documentary, 30 min, OV with German subtitles

Künstliche Intelligenz in der Landwirtschaft – Gegen den Hunger in der Welt

An episode from the plan b series: This documentary addresses the challenges and potential of AI in agriculture.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 13.10.2029.

Künstliche Intelligenz in der Landwirtschaft – Gegen den Hunger in der Welt © ZDF/Antonia Schaefer © ZDF/Antonia Schaefer

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