The Man on the Wall (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1982, The Man on the Wall is a comedy and drama film directed by Reinhard Hauff, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. An East German man finds a way to cross the border between East and West Berlin. But when he succeeds in bringing his wife out as well, things are not quite as expected.
Who’s in it. The Man on the Wall stars Marius Müller-Westernhagen as Arnulf Kabe, Towje Kleiner as Schacht, Karin Baal as Toni Vogt and Oliver Stritzel as Krause, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Man on the Wall sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man on the Wall page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man on the Wall tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man on the Wall (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man on the Wall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man on the Wall worth watching?
- The Man on the Wall holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Man on the Wall?
- The Man on the Wall stars Marius Müller-Westernhagen, Towje Kleiner, Karin Baal, Oliver Stritzel and Richy Müller.
- When was The Man on the Wall released?
- The Man on the Wall was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.