Family Idiots (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2018, Family Idiots is a drama film directed by Michael Klier, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Wanting to start a new life, 40-year-old Heli has found an institution in which she can put her younger, mentally disabled sister. Her three egocentric brothers have agreed to the plan and come to share their sister's final weekend at the house where they all grew up on the outskirts of Berlin. They find that the "baby of the litter" has turned into an unpredictable "monster". The fallout brings them closer together than they'd expected.
Who’s in it. Family Idiots stars Lilith Stangenberg as Ginnie, Jördis Triebel as Heli, Hanno Koffler as Tommy and Florian Stetter as Bruno, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Family Idiots 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 Family Idiots page.
If you liked it. Fans of Family Idiots tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Family Idiots (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Family Idiots change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Family Idiots worth watching?
- Family Idiots holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Family Idiots?
- Family Idiots stars Lilith Stangenberg, Jördis Triebel, Hanno Koffler, Florian Stetter and Kai Scheve.
- When was Family Idiots released?
- Family Idiots was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.