The Dove on the Roof (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1990, The Dove on the Roof is a drama film directed by Iris Gusner, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. Three people from very different walks of life meet at a large construction site. Young, unmarried, self-confident construction manager Linda Hinrichs dedicates herself completely to her work and enjoys living more independently then most women. Daniel, a student works on the construction site to make money during his summer holiday, and impresses Linda with his spontaneous energy and idealism. Brigadier Böwe, an older, divorced man works his way from one construction site to the other and has lost his own personal happiness on the path to developing what was seen as officially suitable social standards. Both men try to win Linda over, not realizing that they are taking her freedom away from her.
Who’s in it. The Dove on the Roof stars Heidemarie Wenzel as Linda Hinrichs, Günter Naumann as Hans Böwe, Andreas Gripp as Daniel and Katrin Martin as Steffi Böwe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Dove on the Roof has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dove on the Roof page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dove on the Roof tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dove on the Roof (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dove on the Roof change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dove on the Roof worth watching?
- The Dove on the Roof holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dove on the Roof?
- The Dove on the Roof stars Heidemarie Wenzel, Günter Naumann, Andreas Gripp, Katrin Martin and Helmut Gauß.
- When was The Dove on the Roof released?
- The Dove on the Roof was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.