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.

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A selection of films, series, documentaries

2009/2020, documentary, 45 min, OV with German subtitles

Janosch · Ja ist gut, nein ist gut

A cinematic portrait of the children's book author Janosch, in which he returns to the places that have shaped his life.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 01.01.2099.

© BR, Janosch film & medien AG © BR, Janosch film & medien AG
2026, comedy, 88 min, OV with German subtitles

Damen

A comedy about Maya, a Munich native who navigates professional and family challenges with the support of a diverse and strong network of women. Starring alka Weber, Şafak Şengül (directed by Katharina Bischof).
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 28.02.2027.

© BR/Kineo Film GmbH/Lars Nitsch © BR/Kineo Film GmbH/Lars Nitsch
2019, documentary, 82 min, OV with German subtitles

Die letzten Zeitzeugen

This documentary film by Michael Kalb focuses on people born before 1930 and their lifetime memories. Over a period of two years, Kalb interviewed more than 30 witnesses in his home district of Augsburg.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 05.05.2027.

© BR/Michael Kalb © BR/Michael Kalb
2025, documentary, 75 min, OV with German subtitles

Herr Braun und der grüne Stahl

Over the course of three years, the directors accompany ArcelorMittal CEO Uwe Braun as he transforms the Hamburg steelworks into the first carbon-neutral steelworks.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 31.03.2028.

© NDR © NDR
2004-, short films, OV with German subtitles

Karambolage: Deutsche und französische Eigenarten

This series presents and explains German and French peculiarities and differences through words, objects and everyday rituals.
Watch on arte until 01.01.2036.

© ARTE © ARTE
2025, documentary, 58 min, OV with German subtitles

Hamburgs Kioske

The documentary showcases the full diversity of Hamburg’s kiosks—from the Kiez to Blankenese.
Watch on ARD Mediathek until 15.05.2028.

© NDR © NDR