The White Ribbon (2009)
German and Italian drama film directed by Michael Haneke
The White Ribbon has a runtime of 2 hours 24 minutes (144 min). The German film released on 21 May 2009. It is directed by Michael Haneke and stars Christian Friedel, Ulrich Tukur and Josef Bierbichler.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Michael Haneke
- Cast
- Christian Friedel, Ulrich Tukur, Josef Bierbichler, Susanne Lothar, Ursina Lardi, Janina Fautz, Ernst Jacobi, Leonie Benesch, Steffi Kühnert, Detlev Buck, Leonard Proxauf, Roxane Duran
- Cinematography
- Christian Berger
- Editing
- Monika Willi
- Written by
- Michael Haneke
- Produced by
- Stefan Arndt, Veit Heiduschka, Michael Katz, Margaret Menegoz
- Production
- Les Films du Losange
- Distribution
- Xfinity Streampix
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- €12 million
- Box office
- $19.1 million
- Awards
- Amanda Award for Best Foreign Feature Film; Palme d'Or; European Film Award for Best Film; European Film Award for Best Director; European Film Award for Best Screenwriter; Meeting Point Europe Award
- Set in
- Northern Germany
- Filmed in
- Germany, Leipzig
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 21 May 2009
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The White Ribbon?
The White Ribbon has a runtime of 2 hours 24 minutes, or 144 min.
When did The White Ribbon release?
The White Ribbon released on 21 May 2009.
Who directed The White Ribbon?
The White Ribbon is directed by Michael Haneke.
Who is in the cast of The White Ribbon?
The cast of The White Ribbon includes Christian Friedel, Ulrich Tukur, Josef Bierbichler, Susanne Lothar, Ursina Lardi and Janina Fautz.
How much did The White Ribbon earn at the box office?
The White Ribbon grossed $19.1 million on a budget of €12 million.
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