Axel the Hero (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2019, Axel the Hero is a comedy and drama film directed by Hendrik Hölzemann, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Axel lives in a poor village where people work days at the chicken farm and gamble their last pennies at night. It's made Manne, the farm and casino owner, a very powerful man. Axel's debts are so great he has to do whatever Manne says. So he works in Manne's villa but can at least see his childhood love Jenny, who is now Manne's girlfriend. Axel seeks refuge in his imagination. He has rebuilt the entire village as a model in his cottage. Here, he is king, his word is law. Here, he saves Jenny from Manne and sends him running. One day Axel finds a friend, his neighbor Heiner, a strange guy who constantly quotes Karl May and talks happily with his chicken. Only by joining forces will they bring Manne's empire crashing down.
Who’s in it. Axel the Hero stars Emilia Schüle as Jenny, Katharina Wackernagel as Frau Kowalski, Oliver Bröcker as Börde and Imogen Kogge as Tante Vera, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Axel the Hero has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Axel the Hero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Axel the Hero tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Axel the Hero (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Axel the Hero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Axel the Hero worth watching?
- Axel the Hero holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Axel the Hero?
- Axel the Hero stars Emilia Schüle, Katharina Wackernagel, Oliver Bröcker, Imogen Kogge and Christian Grashof.
- When was Axel the Hero released?
- Axel the Hero was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.