Ich wollte leben (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film

Ich wollte leben poster

Released in 1983, Ich wollte leben is a documentary film directed by Alfred Ninaus, running about 90 minutes. “The portrait of a drug addict” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Klaus is one of the numerous drug addicts in Austria. His story (parents are separated and he is isolated) is made more realistic with interviews. Not only do the therapists of the drug units at Mödling and Enns, the physicians and politicians who are confronted with these social problems have their say, but also the man on the street who expresses the "voice of the people" - and many other drug addicts.

Who’s in it. Ich wollte leben stars Klaus Tschermernig, Werner Fritz, Lore Dandl and Dieter Zirkelbach, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ich wollte leben page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ich wollte leben (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ich wollte leben change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Ich wollte leben?
Ich wollte leben stars Klaus Tschermernig, Werner Fritz, Lore Dandl, Dieter Zirkelbach and Ruth Ninaus.
When was Ich wollte leben released?
Ich wollte leben was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.