Jonas (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2012, Jonas is a comedy film directed by Robert Wilde, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Jonas is 18-years-old and has had to repeat several years of his education. His acceptance into Brandenburg's Paul Dessau Comprehensive School is his last chance at getting any qualifications. The experimental film project 'Jonas' is mix of fiction and documentary. It was shot during actual lessons at a comprehensive school in Brandenburg. It uses the teachers and pupils of the school, and stars Christian Ulmen as Jonas. The aim of the project was to capture the influence of an artificial figure in a real space. Made with a subtly wry smile, this is a fascinating study of the school system, puberty, love and music.
Who’s in it. Jonas stars Christian Ulmen as Jonas.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Jonas has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jonas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jonas tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jonas (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jonas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jonas worth watching?
- Jonas holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jonas?
- Jonas stars Christian Ulmen.
- When was Jonas released?
- Jonas was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.