Bandits (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1997, Bandits is an action, drama and music film directed by Katja von Garnier, running about 110 minutes. “They Always Wanted to be Famous... They Never Knew They'd be Wanted!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four female cons who have formed a band in prison get a chance to play at a police ball outside the walls. They take the chance to escape. Being on the run from the law they even make it to sell their music and become famous outlaws.
Who’s in it. Bandits stars Katja Riemann as Emma, Jasmin Tabatabai as Luna, Nicolette Krebitz as Angel and Jutta Hoffmann as Marie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Bandits has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bandits page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bandits tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bandits (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bandits change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bandits worth watching?
- Bandits holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bandits?
- Bandits stars Katja Riemann, Jasmin Tabatabai, Nicolette Krebitz, Jutta Hoffmann and Hannes Jaenicke.
- When was Bandits released?
- Bandits was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.