Coxless Pair (2008): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2008, Coxless Pair is a drama film directed by Jobst Oetzmann, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. The film tells the story of the friendship between Johann and Ludwig as they strive for the ultimate “buddy” relationship. Going beyond, well beyond, what would be considered good and healthy, the pair attempt to become the ideal twins, driving their relationship based on their partnership in competitive rowing (coxless pairs) to the ultimate, to perfect harmony in mind, word, thought and deed. But their symbiotic relationship is thrown out of balance: Ludwig strives to tighten the bonds ever closer, but Johann discovers happiness in the form of love for Ludwig’s sister, Vera. But because Ludwig hates her, the couple keep their relationship secret. But secrets have a way of coming out and Ludwig is wounded to the core. As the finals of the rowing competition draw closer, Ludwig has already set his sights on a greater goal: to preserve their friendship forever, no longer in life but in death.

Who’s in it. Coxless Pair stars Tino Mewes as Johann, Jacob Matschenz as Ludwig, Sophie Rogall as Vera and Peter Harting as Ludwigs Vater, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Coxless Pair has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Coxless Pair page.

If you liked it. Fans of Coxless Pair tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.