Solo Sunny (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1980, Solo Sunny is a drama and music film directed by Konrad Wolf, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Sunny is the singer of band trying to establish itself in the music-scene of East-Berlin. They play regular gigs in small towns, but Sunny feels out of touch with the audience and her life as a whole. She begins a relationship with the amateur saxophonist and studied philosopher Ralph who writes her a very personal song - but his obsession with death and unfaithful lifestyle is not for her. After getting into a quarrel with a band member who harasses her and telling off a show-host she is thrown out of the band. Abandoned, she struggles to regain control over her life.
Who’s in it. Solo Sunny stars Renate Krößner as Ingrid „Sunny“ Sommer, Fred Düren as Arzt, Ursula Braun as Frau Pfeiffer and Heide Kipp as Christine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Solo Sunny 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 Solo Sunny page.
If you liked it. Fans of Solo Sunny tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Solo Sunny (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Solo Sunny change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Solo Sunny worth watching?
- Solo Sunny holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Solo Sunny?
- Solo Sunny stars Renate Krößner, Fred Düren, Ursula Braun, Heide Kipp and Dieter Montag.
- When was Solo Sunny released?
- Solo Sunny was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.