Sophie Scholl: The Final Days (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2005, Sophie Scholl: The Final Days is a drama and history film directed by Marc Rothemund, running about 117 minutes. “The true story of a young woman who did what few in Nazi Germany dared even think!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1943, as Hitler continues to wage war across Europe, a group of college students mount an underground resistance movement in Munich. Dedicated expressly to the downfall of the monolithic Third Reich war machine, they call themselves the White Rose. One of its few female members, Sophie Scholl is captured during a dangerous mission to distribute pamphlets on campus with her brother Hans. Unwavering in her convictions and loyalty to the White Rose, her cross-examination by the Gestapo quickly escalates into a searing test of wills as Scholl delivers a passionate call to freedom and personal responsibility.
Who’s in it. Sophie Scholl: The Final Days stars Julia Jentsch as Sophie Magdalena Scholl, Fabian Hinrichs as Hans Scholl, Alexander Held as Robert Mohr and Johanna Gastdorf as Else Gebel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Sophie Scholl: The Final Days has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID, Chai Flicks and Kino Film Collection and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sophie Scholl: The Final Days page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sophie Scholl: The Final Days tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sophie Scholl: The Final Days (2005)?
- In US, Sophie Scholl: The Final Days is available to stream on OVID, Chai Flicks and Kino Film Collection, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sophie Scholl: The Final Days worth watching?
- Sophie Scholl: The Final Days holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sophie Scholl: The Final Days?
- Sophie Scholl: The Final Days stars Julia Jentsch, Fabian Hinrichs, Alexander Held, Johanna Gastdorf and André Hennicke.
- When was Sophie Scholl: The Final Days released?
- Sophie Scholl: The Final Days was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.