Beethoven's Nephew (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1985, Beethoven's Nephew is a drama film directed by Paul Morrissey, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. The plot centers around old Beethoven's fixation on the welfare of his nephew, for whom he fought a lengthy custody battle against his brother's former wife. Beethoven thought she was a bad influence on the boy. Sadly, the nephew isn't receptive to Beethoven's "overtures", and resents his boorish uncle's efforts on his behalf. The nephew is a complete nonentity, lacking in both interest and talent. He seems to wish only to be left alone.
Who’s in it. Beethoven's Nephew stars Wolfgang Reichmann as Ludwig van Beethoven, Dietmar Prinz as Karl, Jane Birkin as Johanna and Nathalie Baye as Leonore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Beethoven's Nephew has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beethoven's Nephew page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beethoven's Nephew tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beethoven's Nephew (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beethoven's Nephew change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beethoven's Nephew worth watching?
- Beethoven's Nephew 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 Beethoven's Nephew?
- Beethoven's Nephew stars Wolfgang Reichmann, Dietmar Prinz, Jane Birkin, Nathalie Baye and Mathieu Carrière.
- When was Beethoven's Nephew released?
- Beethoven's Nephew was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.