The Coffee House (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1970, The Coffee House is a drama and tv movie film directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Avant-garde adaptation of a Carlo Goldoni play. Well-to-do Venetians congregate in a coffee house and discuss their problems.
Who’s in it. The Coffee House stars Margit Carstensen as Vittoria, Ingrid Caven as Placida, Hanna Schygulla as Lisaura and Kurt Raab as Don Marzio, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Coffee House has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Coffee House page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Coffee House tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Coffee House (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Coffee House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Coffee House worth watching?
- The Coffee House holds an audience score of 5.3 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 The Coffee House?
- The Coffee House stars Margit Carstensen, Ingrid Caven, Hanna Schygulla, Kurt Raab and Harry Baer.
- When was The Coffee House released?
- The Coffee House was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.