Home for the Weekend (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2012, Home for the Weekend is a drama film directed by Hans-Christian Schmid, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. On the request of his mother Gitte, Marko, who has been living in Berlin for years, drives off to the countryside to visit his parents. His hopes of spending a quiet and relaxing time with his family fall short when Gitte surprises everyone by revealing that she has recovered after a long mental illness. Marko is the only one who respects her wish from now on to be treated as a full member of this family and, as a result, ends up tipping more than just the delicate balance of his parent’s seemingly harmonious relationship.
Who’s in it. Home for the Weekend stars Lars Eidinger as Marko Heidtmann, Corinna Harfouch as Gitte Heidtmann, Sebastian Zimmler as Jakob Heidtmann and Ernst Stötzner as Günter Heidtmann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Home for the Weekend has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Home for the Weekend page.
If you liked it. Fans of Home for the Weekend tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Home for the Weekend (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Home for the Weekend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Home for the Weekend worth watching?
- Home for the Weekend holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Home for the Weekend?
- Home for the Weekend stars Lars Eidinger, Corinna Harfouch, Sebastian Zimmler, Ernst Stötzner and Picco von Groote.
- When was Home for the Weekend released?
- Home for the Weekend was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.