The Free Will (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2006, The Free Will is a drama and crime film directed by Matthias Glasner, running about 163 minutes.
What it’s about. After nine years in psychiatric detention Theo, who has brutally assaulted and raped three women, is released. Living in a supervised community, he connects well with his social worker Sascha, finds a job at a print shop and even a girlfriend, Nettie, his principal's brittle and estranged daughter. But even though superficially everything seems to work out Theo's seething rage remains ready to erupt.
Who’s in it. The Free Will stars Jürgen Vogel as Theo, Sabine Timoteo as Nettie, André Hennicke as Sascha and Manfred Zapatka as Nettie's father, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Free Will 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 The Free Will page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Free Will tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Free Will (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Free Will change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Free Will worth watching?
- The Free Will holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Free Will?
- The Free Will stars Jürgen Vogel, Sabine Timoteo, André Hennicke, Manfred Zapatka and Judith Engel.
- When was The Free Will released?
- The Free Will was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 163 minutes.