Das Boot (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Series · ★ 8.6
Released in 1985, Das Boot is a drama and war & politics series.
What it’s about. Based on an autobiographical novel by German World War II photographer Lothar-Guenther Buchheim, Das Boot follows the lives of a fearless U-Boat captain (Jurgen Prochnow) and his inexperienced crew as they patrol the Atlantic and Mediterranean in search of Allied vessels, taking turns as hunter and prey.
Who’s in it. Das Boot stars Jürgen Prochnow as Der Alte, Herbert Grönemeyer as Leutnant Werner, Klaus Wennemann as Leitender Ingenieur and Hubertus Bengsch as Erster Wachoffizier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.6/10, Das Boot 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 Das Boot page.
If you liked it. Fans of Das Boot tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Das Boot (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Das Boot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Das Boot worth watching?
- Das Boot holds an audience score of 8.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war & politics. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Das Boot?
- Das Boot stars Jürgen Prochnow, Herbert Grönemeyer, Klaus Wennemann, Hubertus Bengsch and Martin Semmelrogge.
- When was Das Boot released?
- Das Boot was released in 1985.