Halbe Hundert (2013): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2013, Halbe Hundert is a notable film directed by Matthias Tiefenbacher.

What it’s about. At the centre of the comedy ‘Halbe Hundert’ (‘half of hundred’) stand three strong women at fifty. As with so many women of their generation, the number on their birth certificate seemingly doesn’t fit to their sense of life at all. But all three of them stand before decisive changes. Anne is successful in her professional life as a hand surgeon who is acclaimed all across Germany. The victim of her flawless career is her marriage to Klaus, who had her back with regards to children and household for years and now has left her unexpectedly. Anne reacts with wounded vanity and books a young, attractive male escort for a congress. But the relationship, considered to be professional, throws Anne out of the loop emotionally. Charlotte has worn down herself for the family for years as she is diagnosed with breast cancer. With the illness in front of her eyes, Charlotte finds the courage to break out of old confinements…

Who’s in it. Halbe Hundert stars Martina Gedeck as Anne Kater, Johanna Gastdorf as Charlotte Merian, Leslie Malton as Fiona Gutzeit and Torben Liebrecht as Martin Hofer 'Josh', among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Halbe Hundert has proved divisive with audiences.

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