The Beginner (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1985, The Beginner is a comedy film directed by Sigi Rothemund, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Movie fan Mike has invented a machine with which he is able to take part in every movie which is currently running on his video tape recorder. But he and his friend Tommy are watched while trying out this new device and soon two electronic companies are on their trail to discover the secret of this invention.
Who’s in it. The Beginner stars Thomas Gottschalk as Tommy, Mike Krüger as Mike, Anja Kruse as Linda and Ankie Beilke as Ling Ling, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Beginner has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Beginner page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Beginner tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Beginner (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Beginner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Beginner worth watching?
- The Beginner holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Beginner?
- The Beginner stars Thomas Gottschalk, Mike Krüger, Anja Kruse, Ankie Beilke and Sylvia Engelmann.
- When was The Beginner released?
- The Beginner was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.