Brecht (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Series · ★ 5.3
Released in 2019, Brecht is a drama series.
What it’s about. East Berlin, 1956. Bertolt Brecht, revolutionary of the theater and poet of the state, looks back: his exploits as a teenager during the World War I; his romantic adventures during the twenties; the escape of the Nazi regime; the return from exile. The life of a timeless classic, a class fighter, an indefatigable free spirit, a committed artist.
Who’s in it. Brecht stars Burghart Klaußner as Bertolt Brecht, Tom Schilling as Young Bertolt Brecht, Adele Neuhauser as Helene Weigel and Trine Dyrholm as Ruth Berlau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Brecht has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brecht page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brecht tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brecht (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brecht change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brecht worth watching?
- Brecht holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brecht?
- Brecht stars Burghart Klaußner, Tom Schilling, Adele Neuhauser, Trine Dyrholm and Lou Strenger.
- When was Brecht released?
- Brecht was released in 2019.