The Visit (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2008, The Visit is a drama and tv movie film directed by Nikolaus Leytner, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. In her teens, Mme. Zachanassian had to flee her home town in disgrace. Now she's old and rich and the town is facing bankruptcy. But she returns with news that she wants to help - as long as the townsfolk kill someone for her.
Who’s in it. The Visit stars Christiane Hörbiger as Claire Zachanassian / Klara Wäscher, Michael Mendl as Alfred Ill, Muriel Baumeister as Mia Mohr and Lisa Kreuzer as Angelika Ill, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Visit 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 The Visit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Visit tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Visit (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Visit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Visit worth watching?
- The Visit holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Visit?
- The Visit stars Christiane Hörbiger, Michael Mendl, Muriel Baumeister, Lisa Kreuzer and Dietrich Hollinderbäumer.
- When was The Visit released?
- The Visit was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.