Don't Believe the Hype (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2016, Don't Believe the Hype is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Martin Schreier, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. Dawid, Vanessa and Ludwig are the finalists at a pitch-competition for a movie about the German Rap phenomenon CRO. As the three youngsters work out their extraordinary film ideas, they must fight through unexpected personal challenges.
Who’s in it. Don't Believe the Hype stars Peri Baumeister as Vanessa, Til Schweiger as Besch, Bjarne Mädel as Vater and Wotan Wilke Möhring as Basti, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Don't Believe the Hype 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 Don't Believe the Hype page.
If you liked it. Fans of Don't Believe the Hype tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Don't Believe the Hype (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Don't Believe the Hype change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Don't Believe the Hype worth watching?
- Don't Believe the Hype holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Don't Believe the Hype?
- Don't Believe the Hype stars Peri Baumeister, Til Schweiger, Bjarne Mädel, Wotan Wilke Möhring and Jeanette Hain.
- When was Don't Believe the Hype released?
- Don't Believe the Hype was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.