The Procedure (2015): cast, story & where to watch

2015 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2015, The Procedure is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Alexander Costea, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Police detective Roland Prengler goes undercover in the small town of Ahndorf to investigate a murder case that has baffled local officials for quite some time. Three years ago, Lucy, a 17-year-old, disappeared without a trace. The police have good reason to believe she was murdered and they even have a suspect - Walter, a down-on-his-luck drunkard who lives at an abandoned farm on the outskirts of town. Roland's assignment is to befriend the eccentric outsider, gain his trust and get him to confess to the crime. But the deceptive friendship soon takes its toll on the experienced cop and puts his principles as a human being to the test.

Who’s in it. The Procedure stars Max Wagner as Roland Prengler, Aljoscha Stadelmann as Walter, Anna Grisebach as Claudia and Gerhard Jilka as Manfred, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Procedure 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 Procedure page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Procedure tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Procedure (2015)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Procedure change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Procedure worth watching?
The Procedure holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Procedure?
The Procedure stars Max Wagner, Aljoscha Stadelmann, Anna Grisebach, Gerhard Jilka and Thomas Limpinsel.
When was The Procedure released?
The Procedure was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.