The Green Desert (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1999, The Green Desert is a drama film directed by Anno Saul, running about 93 minutes. “No matter what happens I'll be with you.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Katja and Johann are two teenagers who are the best of friends. They spend most of their time in a ruined fort, fantasizing about an ideal world. Their relationship becomes threatened when Johann is taken ill with leukemia, and Katja's mother is undecided on whether to stay with her husband or leave with her lover.
Who’s in it. The Green Desert stars Martina Gedeck as Doris, Ulrich Noethen as Detlef, Heino Ferch as Simon and Corinna Harfouch as Krankenschwester, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Green Desert has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Green Desert page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Green Desert tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Green Desert (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Green Desert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Green Desert worth watching?
- The Green Desert holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Green Desert?
- The Green Desert stars Martina Gedeck, Ulrich Noethen, Heino Ferch, Corinna Harfouch and Robert Gwisdek.
- When was The Green Desert released?
- The Green Desert was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.