French for Beginners (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2006, French for Beginners is a comedy and romance film directed by Christian Ditter, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of Henrik, who takes part in a student exchange program with France. The only reason for this journey is to conquer the heart of his dream girl. Wild Partys, exciting trips, a crazy host family and of course his trouble with the French language turn the - at first unmeant - holidays into a memorable summer.
Who’s in it. French for Beginners stars François Goeske as Hendrik, Paula Schramm as Valerie, Lennard Bertzbach as Johannes and Christian Tramitz as Monsieur Nouvelleville, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, French for Beginners 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 French for Beginners page.
If you liked it. Fans of French for Beginners tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch French for Beginners (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for French for Beginners change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is French for Beginners worth watching?
- French for Beginners holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in French for Beginners?
- French for Beginners stars François Goeske, Paula Schramm, Lennard Bertzbach, Christian Tramitz and Dietrich Adam.
- When was French for Beginners released?
- French for Beginners was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.