The Bicycle (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1982, The Bicycle is a drama film directed by Evelyn Schmidt, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Susanne is a young single mother who lives a somewhat "carefree" lifestyle. After quitting her job, she finds herself in trouble financially and attempts a minor insurance fraud to make ends meet. Despite its rare view of everyday socialism from a woman's perspective, East German officials were critical of this frank portrayal of a less-than-ideal socialist citizen and turned down all invitations for the film to be screened abroad.
Who’s in it. The Bicycle stars Heidemarie Schneider as Susanne Becker, Roman Kaminski as Thomas, Heidrun Bartholomäus as Mary and Hilmar Baumann as Riemer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Bicycle 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 Bicycle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bicycle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bicycle (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bicycle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bicycle worth watching?
- The Bicycle holds an audience score of 5.4 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 Bicycle?
- The Bicycle stars Heidemarie Schneider, Roman Kaminski, Heidrun Bartholomäus, Hilmar Baumann and Gisela Bestehorn.
- When was The Bicycle released?
- The Bicycle was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.