Willi and the Windsors (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1996, Willi and the Windsors is a comedy film directed by Hape Kerkeling, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. The British parliament has decided to get rid of the royal family. All of them have to leave the county and so they move to Germany, where they want to live by their distant relatives, the Bettenberg family. But these are not amused about their snobbish visitors, which all want to reside in their little house without doing any work to earn their living.
Who’s in it. Willi and the Windsors stars Hape Kerkeling as Willi Bettenberg, Brigitte Mira as Queen Mum, Irm Hermann as Queen Elizabeth and Tana Schanzara as Else Bettenberg, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Willi and the Windsors has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Willi and the Windsors page.
If you liked it. Fans of Willi and the Windsors tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Willi and the Windsors (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Willi and the Windsors change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Willi and the Windsors worth watching?
- Willi and the Windsors 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 Willi and the Windsors?
- Willi and the Windsors stars Hape Kerkeling, Brigitte Mira, Irm Hermann, Tana Schanzara and Charles Brauer.
- When was Willi and the Windsors released?
- Willi and the Windsors was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.