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Wolfsburg (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 2003, Wolfsburg is a drama film directed by Christian Petzold, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Philipp Gerber is a smart, but self-satisfied car salesman. In an inattentive moment at the wheel of his car, he runs over a biker and drives away. As he has feelings of guilt, he tries to find out more about the accident's victim and learns that the boy lies seriously injured in a hospital. Philipp wants to tell his mother Laura Reiser the truth, but he doesn't. After a carefree holiday with his girlfriend Katja, he learns that the boy is dead. Meanwhile, Laura staggers between grief and the desire for revenge. One evening, she can't bear it any more and jumps off a bridge, but Philipp saves her life.

Who’s in it. Wolfsburg stars Benno Fürmann as Phillip Gerber, Nina Hoss as Laura Reiser, Antje Westermann as Katja and Astrid Meyerfeldt as Vera, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Wolfsburg has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Wolfsburg tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Wolfsburg (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wolfsburg change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Wolfsburg worth watching?
Wolfsburg holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Wolfsburg?
Wolfsburg stars Benno Fürmann, Nina Hoss, Antje Westermann, Astrid Meyerfeldt and Matthias Matschke.
When was Wolfsburg released?
Wolfsburg was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.