Jugendweihe (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film
Released in 1978, Jugendweihe is a drama film directed by Celino Bleiweiß, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Every year in the spring the pupils of the 8th grade in the GDR receive the 'Jugendweihe' and are admitted to the circle of adults. This year, Tim is ready. For him and his classmates, the day begins with a ceremony in the culture house, then he goes with the whole family in a hotel restaurant, to celebrate the event properly.
Who’s in it. Jugendweihe stars Gertraud Kreissig as Jutta Schäfer, Martin Trettau as Martin Schäfer, Michael Böttcher as Timm Schäfer and Ruth Kommerell as Oma, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jugendweihe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jugendweihe tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jugendweihe (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jugendweihe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Jugendweihe?
- Jugendweihe stars Gertraud Kreissig, Martin Trettau, Michael Böttcher, Ruth Kommerell and Janina Hartwig.
- When was Jugendweihe released?
- Jugendweihe was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.