The Fan (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1982, The Fan is a drama and horror film directed by Eckhart Schmidt, running about 92 minutes. “An obsession gone mad” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The hero-worship that Simone has for a pop singer is built to a crescendo until she passes out when she finally sees him up-close in a crowd of fans. She is later shocked when he lets her know that he does not love her.
Who’s in it. The Fan stars Désirée Nosbusch as Simone, Bodo Staiger as R, Simone Brahmann as Sekretärin and Jonas Vischer as Vater, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Fan 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 Fan page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fan (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fan worth watching?
- The Fan holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fan?
- The Fan stars Désirée Nosbusch, Bodo Staiger, Simone Brahmann, Jonas Vischer and Helga Tölle.
- When was The Fan released?
- The Fan was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.