The Break (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1989, The Break is a comedy and crime film directed by Frank Beyer, running about 111 minutes.
What it’s about. A story about massive robbery from the safe of German railways set in 1946.
Who’s in it. The Break stars Götz George as Walter Graf, Rolf Hoppe as Bruno Markward, Otto Sander as Erwin Lubowitz and Ulrike Krumbiegel as Tina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Break 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 Break page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Break tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Break (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Break change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Break worth watching?
- The Break holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Break?
- The Break stars Götz George, Rolf Hoppe, Otto Sander, Ulrike Krumbiegel and Volker Ranisch.
- When was The Break released?
- The Break was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.