Abgehauen (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1998, Abgehauen is a drama and tv movie film directed by Frank Beyer, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. The movie tells a true story in the life of well-known German actor Manfred Krug. Living in the German Democratic Republic he is forced to leave the country after protesting against the expatriation of singer/songwriter Wolf Biermann in 1976.

Who’s in it. Abgehauen stars Karoline Eichhorn as Ottilie Krug, Ann-Kathrin Kramer as Erika Salow, Uwe Kockisch as Jurek Becker and Jürgen Hentsch as Stefan Heym, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Abgehauen 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 Abgehauen page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Abgehauen (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Abgehauen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Abgehauen worth watching?
Abgehauen holds an audience score of 6.7 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 Abgehauen?
Abgehauen stars Karoline Eichhorn, Ann-Kathrin Kramer, Uwe Kockisch, Jürgen Hentsch and Ulrich Matthes.
When was Abgehauen released?
Abgehauen was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.