The Legend of Rita (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2000, The Legend of Rita is a drama film directed by Volker Schlöndorff, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Rita Vogt is a radical West German terrorist who abandons the revolution and settles in East Germany with a new identity provided by the East German secret service. She lives in constant fear of having her cover blown, which unavoidably happens after the German re-unification.
Who’s in it. The Legend of Rita stars Bibiana Beglau as Rita Vogt, Nadja Uhl as Tatjana, Martin Wuttke as Erwin Hull and Harald Schrott as Andreas Klein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Legend of Rita has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $671.6K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Legend of Rita page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Legend of Rita tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Legend of Rita (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Legend of Rita change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Legend of Rita worth watching?
- The Legend of Rita holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Legend of Rita?
- The Legend of Rita stars Bibiana Beglau, Nadja Uhl, Martin Wuttke, Harald Schrott and Alexander Beyer.
- When was The Legend of Rita released?
- The Legend of Rita was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.