Atkins (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1985, Atkins is a drama, adventure and western film directed by Helge Trimpert, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A Western set in the US around the turn of the century. Atkins leaves the city to return to the valley where he formerly lived. There he meets Native Americans who learn to trust him. They ask Atkins to buy weapons for them. On his journey Atkins meets Morris, whose interest in mineral resources puts Atkins loyalty to the Native Americans to the test.
Who’s in it. Atkins stars Oleg Borisov as Atkins, Peter Zimmermann as Morris, Colea Răutu as Der Alte and Barbara Dittus as Rose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Atkins has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Atkins page.
If you liked it. Fans of Atkins tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Atkins (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Atkins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Atkins worth watching?
- Atkins holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Atkins?
- Atkins stars Oleg Borisov, Peter Zimmermann, Colea Răutu, Barbara Dittus and Margit Bendokat.
- When was Atkins released?
- Atkins was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.