The Bridge (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2008, The Bridge is a war, tv movie and history film directed by Wolfgang Panzer, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of German boys is ordered to protect a small bridge in their home village during the waning months of the second world war. Truckloads of defeated, cynical Wehrmacht soldiers flee the approaching American troops, but the boys, full of enthusiasm for the "blood and honor" Nazi ideology, stay to defend the useless bridge.
Who’s in it. The Bridge stars François Goeske as Albert Mutz, Franka Potente as Elfie Bauer, Lars Steinhöfel as Walter Forst and Robert Höller as Klaus Schröder, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Bridge has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bridge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bridge tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bridge (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bridge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bridge worth watching?
- The Bridge holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bridge?
- The Bridge stars François Goeske, Franka Potente, Lars Steinhöfel, Robert Höller and Paula Schramm.
- When was The Bridge released?
- The Bridge was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.