Tough Enough (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 2006, Tough Enough is a thriller and drama film directed by Detlev Buck, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. From the youth directed novel of the same name by Greogor Tressnow comes a film by Detlev Buck that is a realistic portrait of life in the section of Berlin called Neukölln. It’s about power and weakness, delinquents and victims, and the difficulties a 15-year-old faces in a poor and criminal environment.

Who’s in it. Tough Enough stars David Kross as Michael Polischka, Jenny Elvers as Miriam Polischka, Erhan Emre as Hamal and Oktay Özdemir as Erol, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Tough Enough has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tough Enough page.

If you liked it. Fans of Tough Enough tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Tough Enough (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tough Enough change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Tough Enough worth watching?
Tough Enough holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Tough Enough?
Tough Enough stars David Kross, Jenny Elvers, Erhan Emre, Oktay Özdemir and Kida Khodr Ramadan.
When was Tough Enough released?
Tough Enough was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.