Malou (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1981, Malou is a drama film directed by Jeanine Meerapfel, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Two life stories. That of Malou, a French woman, married to a German Jew, a refugee stranded in South America: a picture of the pre-war generation reflected in the unusual destiny of an individual woman. And that of Hannah, an alert, independent, modern woman, seeking after freedom and her own identity, and trying in present-day Berlin to save her shaky marriage.
Who’s in it. Malou stars Ingrid Caven as Malou, Helmut Griem, Grischa Huber and Ivan Desny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Malou 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 Malou page.
If you liked it. Fans of Malou tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Malou (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Malou change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Malou worth watching?
- Malou 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 Malou?
- Malou stars Ingrid Caven, Helmut Griem, Grischa Huber, Ivan Desny and Peter Chatel.
- When was Malou released?
- Malou was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.