Festung (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2012, Festung is a drama film directed by Kirsi Liimatainen, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Johanna (13) is in love – but how is she to enjoy this rush of emotions when her violent prone father is returning to the family home? Torn between the wish to stay true to her father and the love for her boyfriend, Johanna is faced with an impossible decision. A story about family secrets, the chains of family loyalty and the power to break free.
Who’s in it. Festung stars Ursina Lardi as Erika, Peter Lohmeyer as Robert, Elisa Essig as Johanna and Karoline Herfurth as Claudia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Festung has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Festung page.
If you liked it. Fans of Festung tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Festung (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Festung change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Festung worth watching?
- Festung holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Festung?
- Festung stars Ursina Lardi, Peter Lohmeyer, Elisa Essig, Karoline Herfurth and Ansgar Göbel.
- When was Festung released?
- Festung was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.