Berlin Blues (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1988, Berlin Blues is a drama, mystery and music film directed by Ricardo Franco, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. In Cold War-era West Berlin, Lola (Julia Migenes-Johnson), an American blues singer with a nightclub band, falls for the piano player, David (Jose Coronado). Their romance is cut short when David must return to his native East, and Lola soon begins an affair with Huessler (Keith Baxter), the bandleader. But any guilt Lola may feel for betraying David is assuaged when Huessler saves her from unexpected misfortune.
Who’s in it. Berlin Blues stars Julia Migenes, Keith Baxter as Professeur Hoesler, Jose Coronado as David and Javier Gurruchaga as Micky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Berlin Blues has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Berlin Blues page.
If you liked it. Fans of Berlin Blues tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Berlin Blues (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Berlin Blues change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Berlin Blues worth watching?
- Berlin Blues holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Berlin Blues?
- Berlin Blues stars Julia Migenes, Keith Baxter, Jose Coronado, Javier Gurruchaga and Gerardo Vera.
- When was Berlin Blues released?
- Berlin Blues was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.