Der Direktor (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1980, Der Direktor is a drama and tv movie film directed by Helmut Krätzig, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. The school authorities want to read success stories in director Joachim Faber's reports. But they cannot simply be produced on an assembly line. Pupils, for example, use the wrong tone. The matter draws circles until the superiors finally talk about refusal to work. Director Faber is caught between the efforts to resolve the conflict with pedagogical means and the pressure from above.
Who’s in it. Der Direktor stars Ulrich Thein as Joachim Faber, Janina Hartwig as Rosi Faber, Barbara Dittus as Bettina Bräuer and Horst Drinda as Hans Tromlitz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Der Direktor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Der Direktor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Der Direktor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Der Direktor (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Der Direktor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Der Direktor worth watching?
- Der Direktor holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Der Direktor?
- Der Direktor stars Ulrich Thein, Janina Hartwig, Barbara Dittus, Horst Drinda and Regina Beyer.