Initiation (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2009, Initiation is a drama film directed by Peter Kern, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. 16-year old Axel and his clique are rioting in a residential home. There he meets the 80-year old Gustav who gains interest in the young boy, as he reminds him of his lost love.
Who’s in it. Initiation stars Helmut Berger as Gustav Tritzinsky, Harry Lampl as Axel, Melanie Kretschmann as Jacob Ostermann a.k.a Christina Thürmer and Michael Steinocher as Lippi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Initiation has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Initiation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Initiation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Initiation (2009)?
- In US, Initiation is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Initiation worth watching?
- Initiation holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Initiation?
- Initiation stars Helmut Berger, Harry Lampl, Melanie Kretschmann, Michael Steinocher and Manuel Rubey.
- When was Initiation released?
- Initiation was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.