Your Unknown Brother (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1982, Your Unknown Brother is a drama film directed by Ulrich Weiß, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. A communist is released from prison in 1935 Hamburg. He tries to link up with the Party again, but is unsure as to who he can trust, and has difficulty adjusting to life in Nazi Germany.
Who’s in it. Your Unknown Brother stars Uwe Kockisch as Arnold, Michael Gwisdek as Walter, Conférencier, Jenny Gröllmann as Renate and Karin Gregorek as Fräulein Fritsche, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Your Unknown Brother has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Your Unknown Brother page.
If you liked it. Fans of Your Unknown Brother tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Your Unknown Brother (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Your Unknown Brother change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Your Unknown Brother worth watching?
- Your Unknown Brother holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Your Unknown Brother?
- Your Unknown Brother stars Uwe Kockisch, Michael Gwisdek, Jenny Gröllmann, Karin Gregorek and Detlef Bierstedt.
- When was Your Unknown Brother released?
- Your Unknown Brother was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.