Playing God (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 2020, Playing God is a drama film directed by Lars Kraume, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. The 78-year-old former architect Richard Gärtner (Matthias Habich) wants to put an end to his life. However, this should not be done abroad, but quite legally with the help of his family doctor. For Dr. Brandt (Anna Maria Mühe), out of personal conviction, it is out of the question to get her elderly but healthy patient a fatal preparation.
Who’s in it. Playing God stars Barbara Auer as Vorsitzende, Lars Eidinger as Rechtsanwalt Biegler, Matthias Habich as Richard Gärtner and Ulrich Matthes as Bischof Thiel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Playing God has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Playing God page.
If you liked it. Fans of Playing God tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playing God (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playing God change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playing God worth watching?
- Playing God holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Playing God?
- Playing God stars Barbara Auer, Lars Eidinger, Matthias Habich, Ulrich Matthes and Anna Maria Mühe.
- When was Playing God released?
- Playing God was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.