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The Day Will Come (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2009, The Day Will Come is a drama film directed by Susanne Schneider, running about 104 minutes.

What it’s about. Thirty years after giving her daughter up for adoption in order to join the terrorist underground in Germany, Judith is tracked down by her now adult daughter Alice to a vineyard in the Alsace where she is now living with a new family and a new identity. Alice calls on her mother to give herself up, but Judith doesn't regret any of her past deeds.

Who’s in it. The Day Will Come stars Katharina Schüttler as Alice, Iris Berben as Judith, Jacques Frantz as Jean-Marc and Sebastian Urzendowsky as Lucas, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Day Will Come 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 The Day Will Come page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Day Will Come tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Day Will Come (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Day Will Come change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Day Will Come worth watching?
The Day Will Come holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Day Will Come?
The Day Will Come stars Katharina Schüttler, Iris Berben, Jacques Frantz, Sebastian Urzendowsky and Sophie-Charlotte Kaissling-Dopff.
When was The Day Will Come released?
The Day Will Come was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.