The Burrow (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2014, The Burrow is a drama film directed by Jochen Alexander Freydank, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. KAFKA'S THE BURROW tells the story of a man's "metamorphosis" (as Kafka would put it) in a rapidly changing and increasingly isolated world. A man (Axel Prahl), who has seemingly achieved everything, ensconces himself in his burrow, a fortress-like apartment complex. But no matter how hard he tries to keep the outside world at a distance, he gets more and more entangled in his own web of fear and paranoia: those outside know he is there, they want him, they want his wealth, and they are inevitably going to get him ...
Who’s in it. The Burrow stars Axel Prahl as Franz, Josef Hader as Hausmeister, Devid Striesow as Arbeiter and Robert Stadlober as Wachmann I, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Burrow has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Burrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Burrow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Burrow (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Burrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Burrow worth watching?
- The Burrow holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Burrow?
- The Burrow stars Axel Prahl, Josef Hader, Devid Striesow, Robert Stadlober and Roeland Wiesnekker.
- When was The Burrow released?
- The Burrow was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.