Das siebente Jahr (1969): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1969, Das siebente Jahr is a drama film directed by Frank Vogel, running about 82 minutes.

What it’s about. Dr. Barbara Heim, a heart surgeon, and Gunter Heim, a well-known actor, have been married for seven years. They have a six-year-old daughter. Both partners are totally taken up by their work which is physically and mentally demanding. So there is little time left for family life and the strained relations worsen and finally plunge Barbara into a crisis - shortly before their seventh wedding anniversary. At this very point a child dies in hospital, prompting Barbara to ask herself in desperation if - and for how long she can put up with the double burden of career and family. On top of this, she notices that Gunter is starting to compare her to other women.

Who’s in it. Das siebente Jahr stars Jessy Rameik as Dr. Barbara Heim, Wolfgang Kieling as Günter Heim, Bettina Mächler as Gabi Heim and Ulrich Thein as Dr. Manfred Sommer, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Das siebente Jahr page.

If you liked it. Fans of Das siebente Jahr tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.