Germany has produced countless global sensations, from The Lives of Others to Downfall. But there are a lot more worthy titles out there, and not all about war. Here are the best movies featuring the German language to stream now.
Crime Scene Berlin: Nightlife Killer
7.0
A true crime limited series with a straightforward, respectful approach
Unorthodox
8.5
A well-acted fact-based thriller about untangling the grip of a close-knit community
Dracula
7.5
A thrilling take on the classic vampire story that's at turns horrific, mysterious, and subversive
Dear Child
8.0
A gripping thriller about trauma, grief, and moving on
Counterpart
8.6
Crazily complex and thrilling, Counterpart is a dense dystopia with a stunning performance by J.K. Simmons.
Bad Banks
8.0
A thrilling German mini-series about a junior analyst who causes a new financial crisis
Harlan Coben’s Shelter
7.2
A teen-led mystery that viewers of any age can enjoy
The Devil’s Hour
8.2
A mind-bending, hair-raising thriller co-produced by the makers of Sherlock and Doctor Who
Till Murder Do Us Part: Soering vs. Haysom
7.0
A generic but still adequately thrilling true crime series about the chilling couple who took part in a double murder
Dark
9.0
The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart
7.2
A beautiful if melodramatic portrait of moving on and healing
Transatlantic
7.2
A World War II rescue operations miniseries through lush Hollywood charm