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12 Winter (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 2009, 12 Winter is a crime film directed by Thomas Stiller, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on one of the most spectacular series of bank robberies in Germany, Zwölf Winter tells the story of Klaus and Mike, two criminals who became friends in prison. When they happen to meet each other again after they have been released they begin to plan the perfect bank robbery, and it seems to work. For twelve years the two keep on robbing banks, always in winter. The police are in the dark for years. But they won't stick to their guns...

Who’s in it. 12 Winter stars Jürgen Vogel as Michael 'Mike' Roth, Axel Prahl as Klaus Starck, Matthias Koeberlin as Geugis and Wotan Wilke Möhring as Prothmann, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, 12 Winter 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 12 Winter page.

If you liked it. Fans of 12 Winter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 12 Winter (2009)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 12 Winter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 12 Winter worth watching?
12 Winter holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 12 Winter?
12 Winter stars Jürgen Vogel, Axel Prahl, Matthias Koeberlin, Wotan Wilke Möhring and Thomas Darchinger.
When was 12 Winter released?
12 Winter was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.