Lulu and Jimi (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2009, Lulu and Jimi is a comedy, drama, romance and music film directed by Oskar Roehler, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. About sweeping love, rock & roll and getting rid of all that stale air of the fifties. You've got the good guys - that's Lulu and Jimi - and the bad guys: Lulu's mother Gertrud, her secret lover Schultz, the chauffeur, and a wicked old shrink, Von Oppeln, crouching in his gloomy office like a spider waiting to pounce on his prey Lulu. Light and darkness, bright garish colours, hot rock & roll and wild dance numbers mark this road movie about lovers fleeing from the evil powers of a deeply bigoted society. A drama about the relationship between a young black man and a rich German girl.
Who’s in it. Lulu and Jimi stars Jennifer Decker as Lulu, Ray Fearon as Jimi, Katrin Sass as Gertrud and Udo Kier as Schultz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Lulu and Jimi 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 Lulu and Jimi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lulu and Jimi tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lulu and Jimi (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lulu and Jimi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lulu and Jimi worth watching?
- Lulu and Jimi holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lulu and Jimi?
- Lulu and Jimi stars Jennifer Decker, Ray Fearon, Katrin Sass, Udo Kier and Rolf Zacher.