The Albanian (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2010, The Albanian is a drama film directed by Johannes Naber, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Handsome Albanian villager Arben wants to marry Etleva, daughter of a neighboring clan, but her father has promised her to another man who is offering a 10,000€ bride price. But when it turns out Etleva is carrying Arben's child, the pressure is on for him to come up with the dowry before the baby is born -- and before her brothers take revenge for the dishonor he has brought their family. Fleeing to Berlin without papers, experience or knowledge of the language, Arben soon learns the ways of survival.
Who’s in it. The Albanian stars Nik Xhelilaj as Arben, Amos Zaharia as Ilir, Stipe Erceg as Damir and André Hennicke as Apotheker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Albanian 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 The Albanian page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Albanian tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Albanian (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Albanian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Albanian worth watching?
- The Albanian holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Albanian?
- The Albanian stars Nik Xhelilaj, Amos Zaharia, Stipe Erceg, André Hennicke and Luan Jaha.
- When was The Albanian released?
- The Albanian was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.