Streaming recommendations

We have compiled a fantastic selection of German films and series for you to enjoy that are currently available in the media libraries of the public broadcasters and on various streaming services in Germany. And best of all, they can be streamed for free,without registration or geoblocking.

Last Chance

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2021, thriller, 240 min, OV with German subtitles

Unbroken

The heavily pregnant inspector Alex returns six days after her abduction – without any memories and without the baby. The thriller series tells in six episodes what happened. Starring Aylin Tezel, Karadeniz, directed by Andreas Senn.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 26.01.2026.

© ZDF/Frank Dicks © ZDF/Frank Dicks
2023, comedy, 96 min, OV with German subtitles

Clashing Differences

In this drama, the planned House of Womxn panel at the International Women’s Conference is in trouble: too white! It has to be more diverse... Starring Thelma Buabeng, Minh-Khai Phan-Thi, Şafak Şengül and Jane Chirwa.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 07.03.2026.

© ZDF / Diara Sow © ZDF / Diara Sow
2022, comedy, 240 min, OV with German subtitles

Das Begräbnis

At Wolff-Dieter Meurer's funeral, family and friends gather at his farm in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania to pay their respects. Old wounds and family secrets are revealed. With Charly Hübner, Devid Striesow, Claudia Michelsen, Christine Schorn and others, directed by Jan Georg Schütte.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 09.03.2026.

© ARD Degeto/Georges Pauly © ARD Degeto/Georges Pauly
2021, crime, 89 min, OV with German subtitles

An der Saale hellem Strande (Polizeinotruf 110)

Detectives Koitzsch and Lehmann have been investigating the murder of Uwe Baude, who was stabbed to death in front of his house, for months without success. Now they are hoping that the analysis of a geo-fence warrant will lead to new witness statements that will help them advance the case. Starring Peter Kurth, Peter Schneider (directed by Thomas Stuber, written by Clemens Meyer, Thomas Stuber).
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 10.03.2026.

© MDR/filmpool fiction/Felix Abraham © MDR/filmpool fiction/Felix Abraham
2024, documentary, 150 min, OV with German subtitles

Welcome to Berlin

The documentary series follows six young newcomers in the bustling city of Berlin, exploring their dreams and aspirations, as well as the challenges they face in everyday life.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 12.03.2026.

© rbb © rbb
2024, drama, 260 min, OV with German subtitles

Push

The drama series provides a realistic portrayal of the daily lives of three midwives in a hospital, navigating constant stress amid prematurely starting contractions, babies in breech position, and anxious parents. Starring: Anna Schudt, Mariam Hage, Lydia Lehmann, among others.
Watch on ZDF Mediathek until 30.03.2026.

© ZDF / Richard Kranzin, Bantrybay, [M] Serviceplan © ZDF / Richard Kranzin, Bantrybay, [M] Serviceplan