In 1984 East Berlin, dedicated Stasi officer Gerd Wiesler begins spying on a famous playwright and his actress-lover Christa-Maria. Wiesler becomes unexpectedly sympathetic to the couple, and faces conflicting loyalties when his superior takes a liking to Christa-Maria.
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The Lives of Others: frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Lives of Others?
The Lives of Others is streaming in the US on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel. To rent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
When was The Lives of Others released?
The Lives of Others was released on March 23, 2006.
Who is in the cast of The Lives of Others?
The main cast includes Martina Gedeck (Christa-Maria Sieland), Ulrich Mühe (Gerd Wiesler), Sebastian Koch (Georg Dreyman), and Ulrich Tukur (Anton Grubitz).
Who directed The Lives of Others?
The Lives of Others was directed by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck.
How long is The Lives of Others?
The Lives of Others runs 137 minutes (2 h 17 min).
How is The Lives of Others rated?
The Lives of Others has a rating of 8.0/10 on TMDB from 4,273 votes.