The Bitter Herb (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1985, The Bitter Herb is a history film directed by Kees Van Oostrum, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. This film is about the Jewish girl Sara and the ruin of her family during World War II. Her parents have to live in the Jewish ghetto in Amsterdam, but later they are arrested and deported. Sara decides to flee with her brother and his girlfriend to Palestine. Based on the book by Marga Minco.
Who’s in it. The Bitter Herb stars Ester Spitz as Sarah Meijer, Gerard Thoolen as Vader Meijer, Kitty Courbois as Moeder Meijer and Frank Rigter as David Meijer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Bitter Herb 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 The Bitter Herb page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bitter Herb tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bitter Herb (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bitter Herb change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bitter Herb worth watching?
- The Bitter Herb holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bitter Herb?
- The Bitter Herb stars Ester Spitz, Gerard Thoolen, Kitty Courbois, Frank Rigter and Marion Van Wijk.
- When was The Bitter Herb released?
- The Bitter Herb was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.